Protests have erupted in Kolkata, India following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in the city. Demonstrators are demanding the resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for her handling of the case. Police have used tear gas, water cannons, and batons to disperse the crowds, which include university students and members of the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP). Some protesters were arrested ahead of the rally for allegedly planning violence.
The doctor’s family believes she was gang-raped, and more suspects are involved in the crime. The incident has sparked outrage and shed light on the widespread issue of sexual violence in India. Despite tougher laws and penalties for such crimes, reports of rape have increased by 20 percent in recent years.
In response to the protests, the government has set up a national task force to address workplace safety for healthcare workers. Doctors in several cities had gone on strike to demand justice for the victim. The Supreme Court of India has also created a safety task force to address the safety concerns of healthcare workers.
The protests have continued, with demonstrators calling for a swift investigation and justice for the victim. The situation remains tense in Kolkata and other cities, as the public demands accountability from the authorities.
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