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On August 13, 2024, the Calcutta High Court transferred the investigation of the rape and murder case involving a trainee doctor in Kolkata to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). This decision came after serious lapses in the local probe were highlighted by the court. The tragic case has sparked widespread outrage and protests among junior doctors, medical students, and trainees.

Background

The body of the postgraduate trainee doctor was discovered on August 9 in a seminar hall at RG Kar Medical College. The initial suspect, a civic volunteer named Sanjay Roy, was arrested and has confessed to the crime. Despite this, significant progress in the investigation has been lacking, prompting the court to intervene.

Court's Decision

The High Court, led by Chief Justice TS Sivagnanam, responded to a plea from the victim’s parents who requested a court-monitored investigation due to concerns over the effectiveness of the local police probe. The court noted that the lack of significant progress and the potential for evidence destruction justified transferring the case to the CBI.

In its order, the court also criticized the Principal of RG Kar Medical College for failing to act proactively. The principal’s resignation was not immediately accepted, and he was subsequently reassigned to another government college. The court questioned the urgency behind this decision, expressing disappointment with the overall handling of the situation.

Implications

The case has not only drawn attention due to its horrific nature but also highlighted systemic issues within the institutional and investigative frameworks. The transfer to the CBI is expected to bring a more rigorous and unbiased approach to the investigation, aiming to ensure justice for the victim and her family.

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