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In a significant move, the Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the Kolkata rape-murder case that has sparked outrage across the nation. The case involves the brutal assault on a 32-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra will hear the matter on Tuesday, August 20.
In a significant move, the Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the Kolkata rape-murder case that has sparked outrage across the nation. The case involves the brutal assault on a 32-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College on August 9, 2024. A bench comprising Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud, Justice JB Pardiwala, and Justice Manoj Misra will hear the matter on Tuesday, August 20.
The Supreme Court’s intervention comes amidst growing demands for justice from the medical fraternity and the general public. Doctors across the country have expressed their anguish and anger over the incident, leading to widespread protests. In a show of solidarity, OPD services were suspended nationwide, with only emergency and casualty services remaining operational.
The Indian Medical Association (IMA) has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi, seeking his intervention in the case. The letter, signed by IMA national president Dr. RV Asokan and Honorary Secretary General Dr. Anilkumar J Nayak, emphasizes the need for authorities to ensure the safety of doctors within hospital premises. The IMA also highlighted the vandalism that occurred at RG Kar Medical College on August 14, further exacerbating concerns over workplace security for medical professionals, especially women.
The high-profile case is now being investigated by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) after the Calcutta High Court ordered the West Bengal government to hand over the probe to the central agency. The accused, a civic volunteer, was arrested the day after the incident.
The Supreme Court’s decision to take suo motu cognizance underscores the gravity of the situation and the need for a swift and thorough investigation. The hearing on August 20 is expected to provide a platform for the medical community and the victim’s family to voice their concerns and demands for justice.
As the nation grapples with this heinous crime, the Supreme Court’s intervention serves as a glimmer of hope for the victim’s family and the medical fraternity, who seek closure and assurances of improved safety measures for healthcare workers across the country.
