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On Tuesday, healthcare services were severely disrupted across West Bengal and other parts of India due to strikes and protests by junior doctors, trainees, and medical students. These demonstrations were triggered by the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata.
In response to the increased patient load, senior doctors stepped in to handle the duties typically managed by their junior colleagues. The protesters in Kolkata have set a deadline of Wednesday for the completion of the police investigation into the incident.
The Calcutta High Court has intervened by directing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the case and has instructed the police to submit all related documents by Wednesday morning.
The ongoing agitation has led to long queues at outpatient departments of government hospitals. The Federation of Resident Doctors’ Association announced an indefinite extension of their strike, which began on Monday, following unsuccessful discussions with Union health ministry officials. This strike has significantly impacted elective services, including outpatient care and non-emergency surgeries.
Kolkata Police have arrested Sanjay Roy in connection with the crime. Roy, who is currently in 14-day police custody, is reported to have a history of addiction to violent pornographic content and a troubled domestic life. He allegedly attempted to destroy evidence by washing his clothes after the crime.
In response to the increased patient load, senior doctors stepped in to handle the duties typically managed by their junior colleagues. The protesters in Kolkata have set a deadline of Wednesday for the completion of the police investigation into the incident.
The Calcutta High Court has intervened by directing the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) to take over the case and has instructed the police to submit all related documents by Wednesday morning.
The ongoing agitation has led to long queues at outpatient departments of government hospitals. The Federation of Resident Doctors’ Association announced an indefinite extension of their strike, which began on Monday, following unsuccessful discussions with Union health ministry officials. This strike has significantly impacted elective services, including outpatient care and non-emergency surgeries.
Kolkata Police have arrested Sanjay Roy in connection with the crime. Roy, who is currently in 14-day police custody, is reported to have a history of addiction to violent pornographic content and a troubled domestic life. He allegedly attempted to destroy evidence by washing his clothes after the crime.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has expressed her intention to transfer the case to the CBI if the local police do not resolve it swiftly. Meanwhile, Union Ministers, including JP Nadda, have condemned the incident and criticized the West Bengal government for its handling of the case. Nadda supported the High Court’s decision for a CBI inquiry and assured that the central government would take necessary actions related to the case.
