New Delhi: In a swift and decisive move on RG Kar Case, the Supreme Court has taken suo moto cognisance of the appalling rape and murder of a junior doctor at the state-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata last week.
A three-judge bench led by Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud will hear the case titled “Alleged rape and murder incident of a trainee doctor in R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital, Kolkata, and related issues” on Tuesday, a case of significant national importance, according to the cause list that was posted on the top court’s website.
Justice J.B. Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra are also on the bench.
On Friday, a letter petition was addressed to CJI Chandrachud, urging the apex court to take suo moto cognisance of the incident and issue directions for an immediate and impartial investigation.
Also read – Under new legislation CAA 188 Pak Hindus receive Indian citizenship in Gujarat
FSSAI Initiates Project to Monitor Presence of Microplastics in Food
The petition also fervently prayed for urgent guidelines to enhance security measures at medical colleges and hospitals across the country to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future and for the framing of comprehensive guidelines for the protection of medical professionals and institutions.
The letter petition was filed by Monica Singh, a doctor by profession, through her advocate Satayam Singh, who pleaded to the apex court to exercise judicial oversight in the RG Kar matter to ensure that the investigation is conducted thoroughly and impartially.
“The attack on the R.G. Kar Medical College was not merely an isolated incident of violence, but a direct assault on the healthcare system of our nation. It undermines the safety and security of those who have dedicated their lives to serving others. The plea read that Swift and decisive action by the Supreme Court is essential to restore faith in the rule of law and ensure the uninterrupted functioning of our medical institutions,” the plea read.
“The recent incidents reveal a critical gap in ensuring the safety of women, particularly in sectors with a high representation of female employees, such as the medical field. Women constitute a significant portion of the healthcare workforce as doctors, nurses, receptionists, and other roles. They often work long hours and face unique challenges that require special attention to ensure their safety,” it added.
For more updates Subscribe to Media Eye News
–IANS
(Photo: IANS/Qamar Sibtain)
