'Instill fear of punishment': Modi's first reaction to Kolkata rape-murder
Prime Minister Narendra Modi indirectly reacted to the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in his Independence Day speech. He called on the country, society, and state governments to take crimes against women seriously. He further stressed on instilling a fear of punishment in criminals to deter such heinous acts.
PM Modi expresses outrage over atrocities against women
Speaking from the Red Fort, he stated, "As a society, we will have to think seriously about the atrocities against women that are happening - there is outrage against this in the country." "The country, society, and state governments will have to take this seriously. Speedy investigation of crimes against women, those executing these monstrous deeds need to be awarded strict punishment at the earliest - this is important to instill confidence in society," PM Modi said.
PM Modi advocates for public discussion on punishments
PM Modi also urged for more public discourse on the punishments meted out to those committing crimes against women. He stated, "It is the need of the hour, that extensive discussion on those receiving punishment be held so that those committing this sin understand that this leads to hanging." According to Modi, such discussions can serve as a deterrent and instill fear in potential criminals.
Details emerge in Kolkata doctor rape-murder case
A postgraduate trainee doctor was found raped and murdered last week inside a state-run hospital in Kolkata. The woman had taken a break in the seminar hall during her night shift, where her colleagues discovered her body the next day. The post-mortem report revealed a deep gash in her private parts, crushed throat cartilage, and blood oozing from her eyes, mouth, and private part.
Nationwide protests and political reactions to Kolkata case
The incident sparked massive protests across India. Women from all aspects of life—students, housewives, and professionals—marched across Kolkata city and throughout West Bengal state on a rainy Wednesday night to participate in the Reclaim the Night march. The Kolkata Police has arrested a civic volunteer, Sanjoy Roy, in connection with the crime. However, there have been claims of cover-up and negligence. The matter has now been transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
