Kolkata Doctor Rape, Murder Case: 5 New Updates On RG Kar Medical College Crime

The Supreme Court reviewed the status report submitted by the CBI. Read to know more.

By Pragya Dubey Updated September 18, 2024 12:42 PM

Kolkata Doctor Rape, Murder Case: 5 New Updates On RG Kar Medical College Crime

The Supreme Court hearing of the 31-year-old doctor’s rape and murder case took place on September 17, Tuesday. The CBI submitted the latest report on the investigation of the horrifying crime that happened at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The CBI also made serious allegations against the ex-principal of the college and the officer in charge of the Tala police station. Read on for the latest updates.

1. CBI Allegations Against Ex-RG Kar Principal

During the latest Supreme Court hearing of the case, the CBI made strong allegations against the ex-RG Kar College principal Sandip Ghosh. They claimed Ghosh’s involvement in tampering with the evidence.

2. SC Gave Time To CBI

After reviewing the status report submitted by the CBI, the Supreme Court bench headed by DY Justice Chandrachud stated that they needed to give the CBI more time to resolve the case. They also acknowledged that the case is very sensitive and should not be rushed.

3. Doctors Meeting With Mamata Banerjee

The junior doctors finally met the West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and discussed their grievances. The meeting ended with Mamata Banerjee agreeing to most of the demands listed by the doctors. Around 100 crores have been sanctioned for the safety and security of the doctors among other demands. She has also transferred to the director of health services.

Also Read: Kolkata Doctor Rape, Murder Case: 5 New Updates On Gruesome RG Kar Medical College Crime

4. Custody Extended

The Sealdah Court has extended the CBI custody of the ex-RG Kar principal Sandip Ghosh by three days. They are being questioned about their whereabouts after the alleged murder of the 31-year-old doctor.

Also Read: Kolkata Doctor Rape, Murder: Protestors Demand Solution Not Resignation From CM Mamata Banerjee

5. SC’s Reaction To Status Report

Supreme Court got the status report from the CBI and called it ‘disturbing’. The bench was shaken by the details of the case mentioned in the report and also how the body was sent for the post-mortem.

First Published: September 18, 2024 12:42 PM

Pragya Dubey

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