The horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata has unveiled disturbing truths about the West Bengal government’s failure to protect its citizens, particularly women. Despite the state being led by a female Chief Minister, the handling of this case reveals a shocking level of incompetence and negligence.
On August 9, a young female PG student was found brutally murdered inside a seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College. Her death has exposed a grim reality: the state’s leaders have utterly failed to ensure safety for women, even with a female Chief Minister in charge. The incident has become a symbol of how deeply ingrained and pervasive the issues of safety and justice are in West Bengal.
On August 15, a dramatic revelation came to light when a video clip from the Calcutta High Court’s argument was shared widely on social media. The footage showed that Kolkata Police and state authorities had requested a delay of seven days before transferring the case to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). When this plea was denied, they demanded an additional 24 hours. The police’s reluctance to immediately hand over the case raised serious questions about their motives and integrity.
They wanted 7 days before transferring case to CBI, then pleaded for at least 24 hours (to cover up)
but HC denied, So Goons destroyed whole crime scene OVERNIGHT (to wipe out multiple DNA samples)
But another serious allegation against police commissioner that went unnoticed… pic.twitter.com/PCp2FRFayN— Dr Amit Gupta (@agupta_7) August 15, 2024
The court session on August 13 further exposed the troubling conduct of state authorities. The video revealed allegations that top officials had instructed the police to “settle the case” and avoid communication about it. This suggests a deliberate attempt to obstruct justice and tamper with evidence. It is even claimed that goons were sent to the college to destroy crucial evidence that could lead to significant revelations.
Damning Criticism of Police Commissioner
The video also spotlighted the failure of Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goel. The counsel argued that Goel, who was previously criticized for his mishandling of the Kamduni rape case, was now overseeing the RG Kar case. The comparison between the two cases indicates a disturbing pattern of incompetence and a tendency to protect perpetrators rather than seek justice.
Goel’s recent comments defending the police’s actions further illustrate the lack of accountability and transparency. His selective attribution of the violence to social media rumors, coupled with the attempt to downplay the severity of the situation, highlights a disturbing tendency to shift blame rather than address systemic failures.
Violence and Cover-Up
On the night of August 14, as protests erupted over the doctor’s murder, a mob attacked RG Kar Medical College. The violence, which included vandalism and stone-pelting, was allegedly an attempt to create chaos and obstruct the investigation. Reports suggest that the attackers, disguised as protestors, were actually affiliated with political groups. This incident underscores the growing lawlessness and the inability of the West Bengal government to control the situation.
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Inadequate Response and Unsafe Environment
The response from the West Bengal government and police has been woefully inadequate. The Chief Minister, despite being a woman, has failed to provide a secure environment for women in the state. The brutal murder of the young doctor is not an isolated incident but a reflection of the larger problem of safety and justice in West Bengal. The state’s inability to protect women and handle such cases effectively paints a grim picture of governance and law enforcement.
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