The investigation into the horrific rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata continues to unfold, with significant developments emerging. On September 2, 2024, another trainee doctor voiced her fear and trauma in light of the incident that occurred on August 9, 2024, stating, 'I don’t feel safe anymore.' This sentiment reflects the broader anxiety among medical professionals following the brutal crime, which has ignited nationwide protests demanding justice for the victim, Abhaya [f0ec7c53].
On September 8, 2024, rickshaw pullers in Kolkata staged a protest against the incident, demanding justice for the victim. Protester Arvind Yadav emphasized the need for justice, stating, 'We want justice and hence we are here.' This demonstration is part of a larger wave of public outcry that has swept through the city and beyond, highlighting the community's demand for accountability and safety [34c9d7b8].
The victim's father has publicly expressed his frustration over the lack of progress in the inquiry, stating, 'No results have come out of the inquiry.' He criticized the lack of cooperation from both the college and the department involved, emphasizing that ordinary citizens face jail time for demanding justice while the system fails to deliver [a319bdaf].
In response to the public outcry, a significant 'Reclaim the Night' protest is also scheduled to take place in Kolkata, aimed at raising awareness about violence against women and advocating for stricter safety measures. The protest is expected to attract a large crowd, further underscoring the community's demand for accountability and justice [bfcf59c6].
In a critical development, Sanjay Roy, the prime accused in the case, is set to undergo a polygraph test on August 25, 2024, after a previous attempt was hindered by technical issues. The Calcutta High Court has mandated the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to submit a progress report on the investigation by September 17, 2024. Additionally, the Supreme Court has intervened, questioning the West Bengal government regarding the case and ordering that the security of the hospital involved be managed by the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) [e1400ef9].
The CBI has taken custody of the accused, with ongoing interrogations as part of their efforts to gather evidence. The CBI team is also set to visit the seminar hall at RG Kar Medical Hospital, where the body of the trainee doctor was discovered, to conduct a thorough examination of the crime scene [bfcf59c6]. On August 24, 2024, ex-principal Sandip Ghosh, four doctors, and one volunteer also underwent polygraph tests as part of the investigation [e1400ef9].
Meanwhile, the former Samajwadi Party MLA Pervez Ahmed has been booked for breach of trust and criminal intimidation in a separate incident, further highlighting issues of accountability among public officials. The police have initiated an investigation into the allegations made against him [7fbbca98].