Justice for Medic: Kolkata's Torch Rally Highlights Urgent Demands

Junior doctors and civilians in Kolkata held a torch rally seeking justice for a medic raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College. They urged the CBI to expedite the investigation, highlighting prolonged delays in the case. Protests included a cease-work and fast-unto-death by the doctors.

In a significant show of solidarity, junior doctors alongside concerned citizens staged a torch rally in Kolkata, demanding swift justice for a young medic tragically murdered at the RG Kar Medical College on August 9. The rally underscored growing frustration over investigative delays.

Participants, including representatives from the West Bengal Junior Doctors' Forum and various civil organizations, marched from the West Bengal Medical Council to the CBI's office, raising slogans like 'We want justice'. The collective voice called for an expedited investigation into the heinous crime.

The victim's death has incited widespread protests, including a cease-work and fast-unto-death by junior doctors, only suspended after emergency discussions with West Bengal's Chief Minister. The community continues to push for reforms to improve safety in state-run hospitals.

(With inputs from agencies.)