"Nation Cannot Await Another Rape for Real Change," Says Supreme Court on Kolkata Horror

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:59am on 20 Aug 2024,Tuesday India

The Supreme Court, led by CJI DY Chandrachud, criticized the West Bengal government and RG Kar Medical College for delays in handling the Kolkata rape-murder case, stating, "The nation cannot await another rape for real changes on the ground." The Court questioned the three-hour delay in filing the FIR after the victim’s body was handed over. The incident, involving a postgraduate doctor, sparked protests nationwide. The Court further expressed concern over the hospital’s failure to act promptly, demanding accountability from authorities.

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