BJP Slams Mamata Banerjee Over Trainee Doctor's Death; Nationwide Protests Continue

BJP leader Sambit Patra criticized West Bengal's Mamata Banerjee government over the death of a trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College. Protests have erupted across the nation, with doctors demanding the implementation of the Central Protection Act. The police have arrested several people linked to the violence.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) spokesperson Sambit Patra on Saturday condemned the West Bengal government, led by Mamata Banerjee, following the tragic death of a postgraduate trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. Speaking at a press conference in Delhi, Patra expressed solidarity with the medical community and alleged that the Chief Minister was attempting to cover up the incident. 'Why have 40-50 doctors been transferred in a hurry?' he questioned.

Patra further criticized Banerjee for holding multiple portfolios, including Chief Minister, Health Minister, and Home Minister, while participating in protests. He questioned the motives behind these actions and highlighted discrepancies in the case, including police intimidation of individuals posting about the incident on social media. Patra also praised the legal team representing the case at the Calcutta High Court, noting their efforts to hold the state government accountable.

Amid nationwide protests, the Indian Medical Association (IMA) announced a withdrawal of medical services from 6 am on August 17 to 6 am on August 18. The strikes follow the rape and murder of the trainee doctor on August 9, which has led to public outrage. BJP leader Suvendu Adhikari also criticized the state police for their response to the protests, highlighting the inefficiency and alleged collusion with ruling party goons. Kolkata police have arrested several individuals linked to the violence during the protests.