The shocking rape and murder of a young trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata have led to widespread protests across the country.
Key Points:
- Protests in West Bengal: The Socialist Unity Centre of India (Communist) has called for a 12-hour general strike (bandh) in West Bengal on August 16, demanding justice for the victim and condemning the vandalism at the hospital. The BJP’s women’s wing is also organizing candlelight marches in different parts of the state, demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
- Chief Minister’s Actions: Mamata Banerjee will lead a protest on August 17, calling for the death penalty for the accused. She has asked the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to ensure that justice is served by the following Sunday.
- Medical Community’s Response: The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has announced a 24-hour nationwide strike on August 17, with doctors across India stopping non-emergency services in protest. In cities like Delhi and Mumbai, doctors and medical staff are also organizing marches and demonstrations.
- Support from Arts Community: Actors and filmmakers from Bengal’s film and television industry have joined the protests, standing in solidarity with the medical community.
This tragic incident has sparked anger and demands for swift justice, uniting people from various sectors in their call for action.
