Kolkata Rape and Murder Case: Three State-Aided Schools in the Howrah District Received Notices
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The West Bengal school education department issued a warning to all schools in the state on Saturday. The warning emphasized that demonstrations involving school-going children are not permitted during school hours. This reminder comes amidst ongoing protests over the tragic incident of the rape and murder of a woman doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College.
A school education department official expressed concern over students participating in a rally during the week, especially while classes were in session. According to PTI, some teachers and school staff accompanied the students to the rally. The official emphasized that not only students but also multiple teachers and non-teaching staff were involved in a joint rally organized by the schools on Thursday, which was deemed a violation of established rules and regulations. This action was reportedly taken in response to the growing involvement of students from higher classes in political rallies and blockades throughout the state, all in support of justice for the woman doctor.
According to a report from news agency PTI, three state-aided schools – Baluhati High School, Baluhati Girls’ High School, and Bantra Rajlakshmi Girls’ School – all situated in Howrah district, have received notices. The notices were served on Friday, and the schools have been given 24 hours to explain, as per the instructions.
Widespread protests broke out across India, including in West Bengal, following the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at a state-run hospital in Kolkata on August 9. Many took to the streets, organizing rallies to demand justice for the victim and calling on the government to ensure the safety of doctors working in public hospitals.
During the strike, non-essential services, such as outpatient departments (OPDs), non-emergency surgeries, and laboratory work, were significantly reduced by up to 90%, causing considerable inconvenience to patients. Similar disruptions were observed in other public hospitals.
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