The recent incident of rape and murder of a female doctor at the government RG Kar Hospital in Kolkata has shocked the entire country. Protests against this horrific event are ongoing, with people demanding justice. Meanwhile, following the violence and vandalism at RG Kar Hospital on the night of August 14, 10 doctors and 190 nursing staff have been transferred. The state government has also transferred several doctors from Kolkata Medical College and other hospitals following the incident of violence. These transfer orders were issued by the Bengal government on Friday. It is alleged that these doctors and medical staff were involved in the strike against the crime committed against the female doctor. The decision to transfer the doctors and nursing staff comes at a time when they were actively protesting against the crime.

The BJP has sharply reacted to this transfer decision. The party has alleged that doctors who criticized the state government were transferred. BJP national spokesperson Shehzad Poonawalla has termed the decision of Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s government as a “Talibani fatwa.” Poonawalla shared a post on X (formerly Twitter), claiming that doctors who spoke out against the heinous incident were transferred on the orders of Mamata Banerjee. He also shared WhatsApp chat screenshots confirming that the state government targeted those who were vocal against the incident.

BJP IT cell chief and party’s Bengal co-in-charge Amit Malviya also attacked the state government regarding the transfers. He wrote, “On August 16, the Bengal government’s health department released an eight-page long transfer list, exacerbating the situation.” Malviya alleged that Mamata Banerjee is targeting Kolkata Medical College and Calcutta National Medical College. Senior doctors from these institutions have been transferred to places like Siliguri, Tamluk, and Jhargram. He described it as a desperate attempt by the government to intimidate senior doctors and gain their support.

The incident of violence at RG Kar Hospital on the night of August 14-15 took a new turn when a group of around 40 people entered the hospital premises, causing extensive damage and mayhem. Following this, the hospital’s nursing staff went on strike demanding security and created a hostile environment against the principal. Additionally, junior doctors at the hospital have been on strike for a long time, conducting demonstrations. The state government’s action comes amidst criticisms that it has targeted protesting doctors. Many experts view such measures as an attempt to suppress dissent and prevent marginalized voices from being heard.

By Neelam Singh.

The Governor of West Bengal, Dr. C.V. Ananda Bose, expressed deep concern over the rape and murder of a female doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Hospital. On Friday, he described the incident as not only disturbing but also shocking. The Governor stated that the people of not just Bengal but the entire country are disheartened and angry over this incident. Governor Bose also raised serious questions about the working of the Kolkata Police. He alleged that evidence in this case may have been tampered with or destroyed. He further questioned whether efforts were made to mislead the public into believing that this was a case of suicide. According to the Governor, the incident has been handled with extreme negligence by police officials, leading to an even greater demand for justice.

Dr. Bose said that despite such an incident occurring with a female doctor, the police did not conduct a proper and impartial investigation. He mentioned that there is an atmosphere of outrage across the state, with people taking to the streets to demand justice. This justice is important not just for the victim but for the entire society. In an interview with media, the Governor also expressed his views on the possibility of imposing President’s Rule in Bengal. He said that there have been demands for President’s Rule, and he will remain vigilant on this issue. However, he also made it clear that he would keep his options open at this time and would not disclose his next steps under the Constitution.

Dr. Bose further stated that this case is not just a law-and-order issue but a matter of tampering with the judicial and constitutional structure of society. He expressed concern over the vandalism incidents at RG Kar Hospital and said that he himself visited the site on Thursday. There, he saw that people are simply demanding justice, and it is the state’s responsibility to deliver it.

The Governor said that since this incident, a climate of discontent and distrust has developed in society. He urged the police and administration to conduct an impartial investigation and ensure that the culprits are punished. He also stated that if the police and administration do not handle this case properly, it could send a dangerous message to society. In conclusion, the Governor said that this incident has shaken every section of society. It has made it clear that the administration must take its responsibilities seriously to maintain law and order and ensure justice in society.

By Neelam Singh.