Protests Erupt Over Trainee Doctor's Murder in Kolkata

Trinamool Congress MP Abhishek Banerjee has highlighted India's alarming rape conviction rate of just 26% and called for a stringent anti-rape law that mandates trials and convictions within 50 days. His statement follows protests sparked by the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College, which has led to nationwide outrage and demands for justice. In response to planned demonstrations by Chhatra Samaj, West Bengal police have increased security measures around the state secretariat, deploying riot control equipment to prevent potential unrest. Banerjee's social media post, which includes a chart of recent rape incidents, emphasizes the urgent need for effective legal reform to ensure justice for victims. Amidst the protests, patient numbers at RG Kar Hospital are beginning to stabilize after days of turmoil following the incident. The investigation into the murder has been transferred to the CBI as the political landscape remains tense with accusations of manipulation from opposing parties.