Union Minister Criticizes West Bengal CM for Delay in CBI Probe of Doctor's Rape and Murder Case

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar criticizes West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee for delaying a CBI inquiry into the rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata. TMC leader Kunal Ghosh defends the CM's actions, while IMA demands a thorough investigation and improved safety measures for doctors.

Union Minister Sukanta Majumdar voiced his criticism against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Tuesday, accusing her of delaying the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the recent rape and murder case of a Kolkata doctor. Majumdar stated, 'The CM is delaying it - if she wants to have a CBI inquiry in this matter, she should hand it over soon as proofs in such cases do not remain for many days.'

Responding to these allegations, Trinamool Congress (TMC) leader Kunal Ghosh defended CM Mamata Banerjee, asserting that she is adhering to 'Raj Dharma' and is deeply saddened by the incident. Ghosh remarked, 'CM Mamata Banerjee is following the 'Raj Dharma'. Didi is acting like the mother of Bengal. She is also extremely sad because of this incident... Such incidents used to happen under the CPI(M) regime and the BJP rule. The CM has given time to the police till Sunday. If there is no conclusion, the case will be handed over to the CBI.'

On Monday, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) called for an impartial and thorough investigation into the case, demanding justice for the victim and improved safety measures for doctors, especially women, in the workplace. The IMA has written to Union Minister JP Nadda, seeking a detailed inquiry and submitting an ultimatum of two days for their demands to be met. The tragic event took place on August 9 at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.