BJP Accuses West Bengal Government of Cover-Up in Doctor's Rape and Murder Case

The BJP has accused the West Bengal government of covering up the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. They claim the administration's focus is on silencing those seeking justice. Allegedly, doctors were transferred and journalists threatened for speaking out. The incident has provoked national outrage.

The BJP has leveled serious allegations against the West Bengal government, accusing it of a deliberate cover-up in the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Terming it the 'most sinister and institutional cover-up,' BJP spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla said the Mamata Banerjee-led administration aims to silence truth-seekers and protect culprits.

Poonawalla alleged that 43 doctors were transferred, some to remote locations, for demanding justice, while journalists and citizens have been threatened with legal action for their advocacy. In a bout of irony, Poonawalla questioned Chief Minister Banerjee's march for justice, asking why she was protesting when she oversees the home and health ministries.

There is widespread outrage across the country, with calls for justice growing louder. However, Poonawalla criticized the efforts of the state police, claiming their priorities lie in targeting those advocating for justice rather than addressing the chaos caused by vandals who stormed R G Kar Medical Hospital. The situation has compelled some journalists to deactivate their social media accounts to avoid harassment.

(With inputs from agencies.)