On Thursday, November 7, The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, has refused to transfer the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder trial outside West Bengal. Despite concerns raised about local conditions and faith in the judiciary, the Court affirmed the trial’s continuation in the state, with charges framed against the accused set for evidence presentation soon.
The Supreme Court has directed the newly formed National Task Force to submit interim guidelines for medical professionals’ safety within three weeks. Dr. Saumitra Rawat, a key NTF member, will lead efforts to address violence and improve working conditions for healthcare workers.
