CBI Questions Former RG Kar Hospital Principal for the Second Consecutive Day
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Medical professionals across India are continuing their protests over the alleged rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. This tragic incident, which took place on August 9, has sparked nationwide outrage and led to widespread demonstrations. The deceased, a young trainee doctor, was found under suspicious circumstances in her hostel room, triggering allegations of foul play. Her death has raised serious concerns about the safety of female doctors and medical staff across the country. In response to the incident, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) called for a nationwide strike, urging doctors to join the protests and demand justice for their fallen colleague.
Medical professionals across the country have united in solidarity, organizing protest marches on their campuses and demanding a thorough investigation into the case. The protests have not only raised the issue of the alleged crime but have also highlighted the safety concerns and working conditions faced by medical staff, especially women, in healthcare institutions.
As the protests intensified, the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital became the epicenter of the outrage. On August 14, tensions escalated when a mob entered the hospital campus, vandalizing the protest site, damaging vehicles, and destroying public property. The situation prompted security forces to intervene and disperse the unruly crowd.
Many doctors have expressed their fear and frustration, pointing out the lack of safety measures in medical institutions and the increasing incidents of violence against healthcare workers. The authorities have been under pressure to conduct a swift and transparent investigation into the case.
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the inquiry, questioning several key individuals, including the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, for two consecutive days. The investigation is ongoing, with the medical fraternity demanding not only justice for the deceased but also reforms to ensure the safety of medical professionals across the nation. This tragedy has galvanized the medical community, leading to discussions about the systemic issues within the healthcare system, including the need for stricter safety protocols in hospitals and hostels. The nationwide protests continue to gain momentum, with the Indian Medical Association and various student bodies urging the government to take immediate action to address these concerns.
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