This viral audio clip in West Bengal lays open the rot in the healthcare system and RG Kar Medical College & Hospital, in particular.
All this is happening under Mamata Banerjee’s watch, who also happens to be the Health Minister.
Much of it has also been written about in the… pic.twitter.com/N4ZLShB24r— Amit Malviya (@amitmalviya) August 15, 2024
Tragic Incident at RG Kar Medical College: Female Intern Doctor Found Dead Amidst Alarming Allegations
In the early hours of the morning, RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata became the scene of a tragic incident that has left the entire community in shock. A female intern doctor was found dead under circumstances that have raised serious concerns about potential criminal activities on the campus.
Following the post-mortem examination, it was revealed that the victim had suffered severe physical injuries. Disturbingly, evidence suggests that she may have been sexually assaulted prior to her death. These findings have led to widespread speculation about the involvement of multiple individuals in what appears to be a heinous crime.
Unsettling reports are now emerging, pointing to the possibility of ongoing criminal activities within the campus. Allegations include illegal operations that may have been uncovered by the victim, potentially leading to her untimely demise.
Despite the gravity of the situation, there are growing concerns that those responsible may evade justice. Allegations have surfaced regarding the involvement of influential individuals, which has only fueled public outrage. The victim’s family, already devastated by their loss, has expressed deep distress after being informed by authorities that their daughter’s death was being treated as a suicide.
Adding to the controversy are reports that the body was handled hastily, raising serious questions about the integrity of the investigation. The public is now demanding a thorough and transparent probe into the matter, with assurances that no stone will be left unturned.
As citizens, it is imperative that we continue to seek the truth and demand justice for the victim. The case must be investigated with the utmost diligence, and all those involved, irrespective of their status or influence, must be held accountable for their actions.
The horrifying rape and murder of a postgraduate female doctor in Kolkata has left the medical community and the nation in deep shock. The tragic incident, which took place at R G Kar Medical College and Hospital, has triggered widespread outrage and protests, with junior doctors demanding swift justice. Here’s a detailed account of the case.
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On the night of August 9, the semi-nude body of a female postgraduate trainee (PGT) doctor was discovered in a seminar hall of the state-run hospital. The victim, a second-year student in the chest medicine department, was on duty the night before. According to her father, she was likely raped before being brutally murdered, as indicated by the visible injuries on her body. He also expressed concerns about delays in the investigation by the hospital authorities. A fellow doctor reported that she had dined with her juniors around 2 a.m. before retiring to the seminar room due to the lack of a dedicated on-call room. The following morning, her body was found there.
In response, PGT doctors at the hospital ceased work in all departments except the emergency ward, demanding the immediate arrest of those responsible. Student groups organized rallies to push for a swift investigation. Several opposition leaders, including BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul, visited the hospital, calling for an independent investigation under a magistrate. Meanwhile, Dr. Santanu Sen, a leader of the ruling Trinamool Congress and former president of the Indian Medical Association, emphasized the need for a thorough and transparent probe. Dr. Manas Gumta of the Association of Health Service Doctors accused some of trying to cover up the incident.
The preliminary autopsy confirmed that the victim was sexually assaulted and murdered, ruling out suicide. The report detailed extensive injuries, including bleeding from the eyes, mouth, and private parts, and multiple bruises on her body. The autopsy, conducted on camera and witnessed by two women and the victim’s mother, revealed that her neck bone was broken, suggesting strangulation followed by smothering. Additional details later emerged, revealing that her shattered glasses had caused severe eye injuries.
Sanjoy Roy, a 33-year-old civic volunteer, was arrested in connection with the case. Roy, who had free access to the hospital, was identified from CCTV footage and a torn Bluetooth earphone found near the crime scene. He was taken into custody on charges of rape and murder under sections 64 and 103 of the BNS. Roy was sent to 14 days of judicial custody by a Kolkata court, and the judge approved a 14-day police remand for further questioning.
During the investigation, it was revealed that Roy, a trained boxer with a history of domestic abuse, had strong connections with senior police officers, allowing him unrestricted access to hospital facilities. On the night of the crime, he returned to his barracks and attempted to destroy evidence by washing his clothes. Police also discovered that Roy was addicted to pornography, with numerous such contents found on his phone. His influence within the police force was so significant that no one dared question his movements in the hospital.
Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee vowed to seek the death penalty for the accused, fully supporting the junior doctors’ demands for justice. She assured that police camps would be set up in every hospital to ensure the safety of doctors and that any negligence by hospital authorities would be thoroughly investigated. Banerjee also stated that if the police failed to solve the case by Sunday, the investigation would be handed over to the CBI.
As protests spread nationwide, patients at several medical colleges faced significant disruptions in care due to the junior doctors’ strike, further complicating the already strained healthcare system.
On August 13, the Calcutta High Court criticized the Bengal government for reappointing the principal of R G Kar Medical College to another prestigious medical institution, despite his questionable handling of the case. The court accused the principal of victim-blaming and attempting to cover up the incident. It ordered the submission of the principal’s leave application and the police case diary for further scrutiny.