The Calcutta High Court has made a critical decision to transfer the investigation of the horrific rape and murder of a postgraduate medical student at Kolkata’s R.G. Kar Medical College to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The court took this step after raising concerns about the state police’s handling of the case.
Calcutta High Court transfers the Kolkata doctor rape-murder case to CBI citing concerns over state police investigation. Read more about the critical decision.
Why Did the Court Transfer the Investigation to CBI?
The court found it troubling that the state police initially registered the case as an unnatural death, despite clear signs that something more sinister had occurred. The victim’s parents requested the transfer, fearing that crucial evidence could be destroyed if the state police continued the investigation.
What Raised Suspicions About the Principal’s Actions?
Adding to the controversy, the college principal, who had resigned after the incident, was quickly appointed to another government college. This move raised eyebrows, and the court has now ordered the principal to go on indefinite leave.
How Is the Court Ensuring a Fair Investigation?
To ensure that justice is served, the court has directed that all case records and the diary be handed over to the CBI by 10 a.m. on August 14. The court emphasized the need for an independent investigation to prevent any tampering with evidence.
What Was the Court’s View on the State Police’s Role?
The court expressed serious concerns over the state police’s role, noting that their initial response and investigation did not inspire confidence. The court’s decision to bring in the CBI reflects a lack of trust in the state’s ability to handle such a sensitive case properly.
How Did the Court Address the Protesting Doctors?
The court also urged the protesting doctors at R.G. Kar Medical College to call off their strike. While the court appreciated their feelings, it stressed that patient care should not be compromised, urging them to return to their duties.
Key Points to Understand the News
- Calcutta High Court transferred the investigation to the CBI due to doubts about the state police’s investigation.
- The case involves the brutal rape and murder of a postgraduate medical student at R.G. Kar Medical College.
- State police initially registered the case as an unnatural death, which raised suspicions.
- The victim’s parents requested the investigation be transferred to the CBI fearing evidence could be destroyed.
- The college principal, who resigned, was quickly appointed to another college, raising further concerns.
- The court ordered the principal to go on indefinite leave during the investigation.
- The court directed all case records be handed over to the CBI by 10 a.m. on August 14.
- The court expressed concerns over the state police’s handling of the case, leading to the transfer.
- Protesting doctors were urged to call off their strike to ensure patient care was not affected.
- Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had given a deadline to Kolkata Police to solve the case, threatening a CBI probe if they failed.
This news highlights the importance of independent oversight in ensuring justice, especially in sensitive cases like this. Stay updated with bureauofinvestment.com for further developments on this crucial story.
