The father of the doctor raped and murdered at R G Kar Hospital has approached the Calcutta High Court, seeking permission for his lawyers to examine the crime scene. The move aims to uncover any lapses in the investigation and ensure justice is fully served.
Kolkata: The RG Kar case, taken a new turn following the recent verdict. A group of lawyers and social activists has sent a letter to Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Sanjiv Khanna, urging a fresh investigation into the case. This request comes after key observations made by the judge of the Sealdah court during the trial.
Today, On 24th January, The CBI approached the Calcutta High Court, seeking the death penalty for Sanjay Roy, convicted in the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case. The High Court is set to hear the appeal on January 27, alongside a similar plea from the West Bengal government. Roy was previously sentenced to life imprisonment by the Sealdah court. The case continues to draw attention due to its severity and legal implications.
Today, On 22nd January, The Calcutta High Court will hear the CBI, the convict, and the victim’s family before deciding on the West Bengal government’s appeal concerning the sentence in the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case. The government argues the trial court’s sentence was inadequate, while the CBI opposes the state’s right to appeal, asserting its role as the prosecuting agency. The case will be taken up on Monday, with all parties presenting their arguments. The hearing aims to address the state’s challenge and ensure a fair review of the sentence.
In the RG Kar hospital rape-murder case, the trial court judge sharply criticized the police and hospital authorities for their careless handling of the investigation. The judge stated that the police showed an indifferent attitude towards the case, highlighting delays in filing the FIR and lapses in evidence collection. He called for accountability and better handling of such sensitive cases. The verdict has ignited serious concerns about safety and justice in public institutions.
Malati Roy, mother of convicted murderer Sanjay Roy, expressed acceptance of the court’s decision regarding her son’s sentencing, indicating that if guilty, he deserves punishment. Despite her sorrow, she empathized with the victim’s family and acknowledged the stigma faced by her own family since his arrest. Sanjay was convicted for the rape and murder of a junior doctor.
Sanjay Roy, convicted of the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata, awaits sentencing today (Jan 20). The Sealdah court will decide between life imprisonment and the death penalty amid heightened security. The crime, which caused nationwide outrage, involved severe criticisms of police and hospital authorities during the investigation. While BJP MP Samik Bhattacharya questioned the haste, the victim’s family expressed gratitude for justice. Roy’s family apologized, accepting the court’s decision without challenge.
The Sealdah court convicted Sanjay Roy for the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Hospital, a case that triggered nationwide outrage. While BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari welcomed the verdict, he urged further investigation into alleged conspiracies involving other officials. The sentencing is scheduled for January 20.