People from all walks of life have been voicing their strong opinions calling on the relevant authorities to investigate the safety of doctors in the country.
The unfortunate death of a post-graduate doctor at RG Kar Medical College Hospital in Kolkata, who was brutally raped and murdered, has shocked the entire country.
Rape and murder in Kolkata: Doctors and medical students hold placards and candles during a protest (AP Photo)
Doctors, student organisations and politicians from all over the country have taken to the streets to demand justice for the doctor. People from all walks of life have expressed their strong opinion and have asked the relevant authorities to investigate the safety of doctors in the country.
The medical community and the public have been demanding answers from the government in light of this unfortunate incident. The Indian Medical Association (IMA) launched a nationwide strike which has severely affected medical services.
Here is a timeline of events so far:
August 9, 2024: A 31-year-old doctor pursuing postgraduate studies at RG Kar Medical College Hospital in Kolkata was raped and murdered. She was found dead with facial injuries inside the seminar room of the hospital.
August 10, 2024: Police arrest accused Sanjay Roy in connection with the rape and murder of the post-graduate doctor. The post-mortem report confirms murder following sexual assault. IMA and protesting doctors demand immediate action.
12 August 2024: Principal, RG Kar Medical College & Hospital, Prof. (Dr.) Sandip Ghosh resigns from his post. The Federation of Resident Doctors Associations (FORDA) announces the nationwide suspension of elective services as a sign of protest.
August 13, 2024: Protests grow stronger as doctors across the country unite to demand action. HC of Calcutta The government notes that the rape and murder of a woman doctor at the RG Medical Kar College in Kolkata was “so gruesome” and orders the former director of the RG Kar Hospital to take extended leave. Hospital services across the country were affected due to the ongoing protest by doctors.
August 14, 2024: CBI takes over accused in custody and investigation begins.
August 15, 2024: A Large group of unidentified men They stormed into RG Kar Medical College Hospital and vandalized the emergency department and nursing station. IMA announces nationwide recall on August 17 for 24 hours to protest the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata and the “vandalism unleashed against protesting doctors on the eve of Independence Day.”
August 17, 2024: Indian Medical Association (IMA) National President Dr RV Asokan has sought Prime Minister Modi’s “intervention” in the rape and murder case of a junior doctor in Kolkata, saying that “the time is ripe” for the PM to intervene. “We will write to the PM. The time is ripe for his intervention,” Asokan told ANI. National Commission for Women (NCW) The NCW has alleged that the RG Medical College and Hospital site where the 31-year-old postgraduate doctor was raped and murdered was undergoing sudden renovations. Security lapses and possible tampering with evidence. The NCW also reported security lapses. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has asked the protesting doctors to resume their duties and said it will form a task force. committee Recommend measures to ensure the safety of healthcare professionals in response to concerns expressed by associations.
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