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Kolkata Court to Deliver Verdict in RG Kar Rape-Murder Case: Heres Updates You Need To Know

RG Kar Rape-Murder Case

Kolkata, January 18, 2025 – A Kolkata court is set to pronounce its verdict today in the brutal rape and murder case of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.

The case, which unfolded on August 9, 2024, shocked the nation, sparking widespread protests and calls for justice. The accused, Sanjoy Roy, a civic volunteer with Kolkata Police, faces charges of raping and murdering the 31-year-old doctor in the hospital's seminar hall.

The judgment comes nearly six months after the crime and follows an intensive investigation, a high-profile trial, and public outrage that highlighted systemic issues in safety and accountability within the medical and law enforcement sectors.

Timeline of Events

August 9, 2024: The Crime The semi-naked body of the victim was discovered on the third floor of the seminar hall in the state-run hospital. Initial investigations by the Kolkata Police pointed to Sanjoy Roy, who was arrested the next day.

August 10-12, 2024: Protests Erupt The doctor's colleagues and medical professionals across West Bengal staged protests, demanding swift justice. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee set a seven-day deadline for the Kolkata Police to solve the case or transfer it to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).

August 13-14, 2024: High Court Steps In The Calcutta High Court, terming the case "extremely gruesome," intervened and handed over the investigation to the CBI, citing insufficient progress by the Kolkata Police. A 25-member CBI team was formed to lead the probe, with support from forensic experts.

August 15-16, 2024: Violence and Arrests Independence Day witnessed unrest as a mob stormed RG Kar hospital, vandalizing the emergency department and nursing station. The Indian Medical Association called for a nationwide withdrawal of services, amplifying the demand for justice. Police arrested 19 individuals linked to the vandalism.

CBI Investigation and Court Proceedings

Key Developments: Sandip Ghosh and Evidence Tampering: Former RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh, along with Kolkata Police officer Abhijit Mondal, faced allegations of tampering with evidence. Both were later arrested by the CBI for obstructing justice.

Chargesheet and Trial: The CBI filed a detailed chargesheet in October 2024, identifying Sanjoy Roy as the sole prime accused. The trial commenced in November, with statements from 50 witnesses recorded in-camera.

Nationwide Protests: Civil society groups, students, and non-resident Indians rallied globally under the banner of "Justice for Abhaya," the victim's symbolic name representing fearlessness.

Judicial Oversight: The Supreme Court formed a task force to create a national protocol for the safety of doctors and directed West Bengal to enhance security measures for medical professionals.

A Shaken Nation

The crime and its aftermath exposed systemic failures in institutional safety and justice delivery. The victim’s tragic death became a rallying cry for stronger safeguards for women and professionals in vulnerable environments. Protests under banners like "Reclaim the Night" reflected widespread anger and a demand for accountability from both the government and law enforcement.

Associations of non-resident Indians organized vigils and protests worldwide, emphasizing the universal demand for justice and safety for women in the workplace.

On Sealdah Court to announce the verdict of RG Kar rape-murder case today, West Bengal LoP and BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari says, "...The society should get a message from this. This is not the work of one person, multiple goons are involved in this. CBI should look into the matter carefully. We are hopeful that the Supreme Court is looking into the matter carefully and we are hopeful that SC will finally take proper action..."  

On Sealdah Court to announce the verdict of RG Kar rape-murder case today, Victim's father says, "Our lawyer and CBI have told us not to go to the court. I have no idea about the recent court proceedings...CBI never called me anywhere, they came to our residence once or twice but whenever we asked them about the investigation, they always said it was underway. There were bites on my daughter's neck but a swab was not collected from there. In the post-mortem report, there was no concrete evidence. CBI is not trying much. There is someone involved in this...In the DNA report, it can be seen that 4 men and 2 women were present there. We want all the people involved in this to be punished..."

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