Protests Erupt Over Kolkata Doctor's Rape and Murder

The BJP has accused West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee of deliberately covering up the rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, claiming it reflects a broader institutional failure. Allegations include the transfer of 43 doctors who sought justice, and threats against journalists advocating for transparency. Amid nationwide protests, the BJP has condemned the state government's handling of the case, highlighting the resignation and subsequent reassignment of the principal of R G Kar Medical College. In response, Banerjee announced intentions to seek the death penalty for the accused and expressed openness to a CBI investigation. The situation has escalated tensions between the ruling party and the opposition, as protests continue to demand justice and accountability. Critics, including BJP spokespersons, have called into question the government's priorities in the wake of the tragedy.