Kolkata Governor Responds to Trainee Doctor's Alleged Rape-Murder with Mobile Control Room
- West Bengal Governor Ananda Bose opens a control room in response to rising protests.
- Governor visits victim's family in Kolkata amidst public outrage.
- Parents remember their caring daughter who was tragically murdered in a hospital.
Kolkata: In response to the alleged rape and murder of a trainee doctor from RG Kar Medical College, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose has established a mobile control room to facilitate communication during the ongoing protests. The control room, which can be reached at 03322001641 and 92890 10682, aims to provide a direct line for citizens to express their concerns. Governor Bose made an initial call to the victim's father, offering support and condolences. The tragic incident, which occurred on August 9, has ignited widespread outrage and protests across India, particularly within the medical community. Governor Bose criticized the state government, asserting that it has failed to protect women in West Bengal. He emphasized the need for the state to restore a safe environment for women, condemning the current administration's handling of women's safety issues. In a related development, the Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the case, forming a 10-member National Task Force to recommend measures for ensuring the safety of medical professionals. The court expressed deep concern over the rising violence against doctors and the broader implications for women's safety in India. A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry is currently underway to investigate the circumstances surrounding the doctor's death. The victim's family, devastated by their loss, described her as a dedicated and caring individual who aspired to support them. The incident has highlighted the ongoing challenges of sexual violence in India, where reported cases remain alarmingly high, and access to justice is often elusive for women.