Safety Concerns Raised by Transgender Activists After Murder in Kolkata

Following the rape and murder of a female doctor in Kolkata, transgender activists express safety concerns for women and transgenders. They criticize the West Bengal government's inaction, while BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul highlights the failure of law and order under TMC rule.

In the wake of the rape and murder of a female doctor at RG Kar Medical College, transgender activist Ranjit Sinha raised alarms about the safety of women and transgender individuals in Kolkata. Speaking to ANI, Sinha highlighted the troubling circumstances in West Bengal, expressing concerns over their physical and mental well-being. 'There is no humanity left in humans,' remarked Sinha, condemning the prevailing conditions.

Sinha further noted that such distressing incidents should have occurred in the past, not now, and expressed gratitude towards the West Bengal Governor for his assurance during Raksha Bandhan. 'We are really glad that the West Bengal Governor called us and assured us of safety. Just days ago, a transgender individual was raped,' added Sinha.

Highlighting the lack of safety, Sinha criticized the West Bengal Chief Minister for her inaction despite being a woman. 'The environment around us is not safe anymore. The Chief Minister has taken no proper action yet. This incident is unfortunate and has been politicized. Both transgender individuals and women need full security,' said Sinha.

BJP MLA Agnimitra Paul echoed similar sentiments, stating that no woman is safe in West Bengal, blaming the TMC rule for the decline in law and order. 'The TMC rule in the state has worsened conditions. There is no law and order, and TMC's reliance on CBI excuses is unacceptable. The victim's parents lamented that the girl’s body was cremated without prior information,' she noted.

Paul welcomed the Supreme Court's decision to take up the case, ensuring justice for the victim and other affected individuals. 'We are happy that the Supreme Court has taken up the case. This step will ensure justice for the girls and doctors,' Paul concluded.