Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:31pm on 18 Sep 2024,Wednesday India
The Supreme Court of India criticized West Bengal’s security measures in medical colleges following the August 9 rape-murder of a doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. The court questioned the reliance on contractual staff and civic volunteers for security, stressing the need for regular police presence. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud highlighted concerns over the effectiveness of short-term security measures and urged the state to enhance safety protocols. The case has intensified scrutiny of the state's use of civic volunteers, who are accused of inadequate training and potential political connections. Junior doctors have welcomed the court’s observations.
