CBI Investigates Rape and Murder of Trainee Doctor in Kolkata
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken over the investigation into the rape and murder of a female trainee doctor at a state-run medical college in Kolkata, West Bengal. An official from the agency stated, “The CBI has taken over the Kolkata rape and murder case and is sending a specialised medical and forensic team from Delhi to Kolkata.” The team is scheduled to depart early Wednesday morning.
Calcutta High Court Orders CBI Investigation
On Tuesday, the Calcutta High Court ordered a CBI investigation into the sexual assault and murder of a woman post-graduate trainee (PGT) doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, which occurred on August 9. The Court instructed the Kolkata Police to hand over all documents to the CBI immediately.
Protests and Nationwide Shutdown
Earlier in the day, doctors and medical students held a protest at AIIMS Delhi after the Federation of All India Medical Association (FAIMA) called for a nationwide shutdown of OPD services from Tuesday in solidarity against the sexual assault and murder of the woman doctor.
National Medical Commission’s Advisory
Meanwhile, the National Medical Commission (NMC), under the directions of Union Health Minister JP Nadda, issued an advisory to all medical colleges and institutions to develop a policy for a safe work environment. The advisory stated, “Incidents of violence against doctors in medical colleges have been reported in the recent past. All medical colleges are requested to develop a policy for a safe work environment within the college and hospital campus for all the staff members including faculty, medical students and resident doctors.”
The policy should ensure adequate safety measures at OPD, wards, casualty, hostels, and other open areas in the campus and residential quarters. Corridors and campus should be well-lit in the evening for staff to walk safely from one place to another, and all sensitive areas should be covered by CCTV for monitoring.
Union Health Minister’s Meeting
Earlier in the day, Union Health Minister JP Nadda met with a delegation from the Indian Medical Association (IMA). The IMA had requested a thorough inquiry into the circumstances leading to the crime and measures to enhance the safety of doctors, particularly women, in the workplace.
The post-graduate trainee doctor was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata on August 9. The family has alleged that the victim was raped and murdered.
Doubts Revealed
CBI -: CBI stands for Central Bureau of Investigation. It is a special police force in India that investigates serious crimes like murder and corruption.
Rape -: Rape is a very bad crime where someone forces another person to have physical contact without their permission. It is illegal and very harmful.
Murder -: Murder means killing someone on purpose. It is a very serious crime and is punished by law.
Trainee Doctor -: A trainee doctor is someone who is learning to become a doctor. They work in hospitals to get practical experience.
Kolkata -: Kolkata is a big city in India. It is the capital of the state of West Bengal.
RG Kar Medical College -: RG Kar Medical College is a famous medical school in Kolkata where people study to become doctors.
Calcutta High Court -: The Calcutta High Court is a big court in Kolkata. It makes important decisions about laws and justice.
Kolkata Police -: Kolkata Police is the police force that works in Kolkata. They help keep the city safe and solve crimes.
Protests -: Protests are when people gather together to show they are unhappy about something. They want to bring attention to an issue and ask for change.
National Medical Commission -: The National Medical Commission is a group in India that looks after medical education and doctors. They make sure medical colleges are good and safe.
Union Health Minister -: The Union Health Minister is a person in the Indian government who looks after health and hospitals in the whole country.
JP Nadda -: JP Nadda is a politician in India. He has been the Union Health Minister and works on health policies.
Indian Medical Association -: The Indian Medical Association is a group of doctors in India. They work together to improve healthcare and support doctors.