Kolkata Doctor’s Death Sparks Outcry: Governor Demands Emergency Cabinet Meeting and Police Commissioner Review

The case of a female doctor allegedly raped and murdered at Kolkata’s R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital has ignited widespread public demands for justice.

Governor Calls for Emergency Meeting

In response to the public outrage, Governor Dr. C.V. Anand Bose has directed Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to convene an emergency cabinet meeting to address the crisis. Sources from the Raj Bhavan revealed this directive, emphasizing the urgency of the situation.

Public Demands Police Commissioner Review

Governor Bose also suggested that the state government consider the public’s call for the removal of Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyal. He stressed that the government must not evade responsibility and must act on the troubling events under the principles of the Constitution and rule of law.

Details of the Tragic Incident

On August 9, the body of an intern female doctor was found in the seminar room of the R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital. She had been sexually assaulted and murdered, leading to nationwide protests.

Ongoing Protests Across West Bengal

The brutal incident has sparked daily protests in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal, as citizens demand justice and accountability.