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The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) has taken significant strides in its investigation into the tragic death of a 31-year-old doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College. In a series of developments that have shaken the city, the agency has arrested both a police officer and the former principal of the institution, alleging their involvement in a potential conspiracy surrounding the doctor's demise. The arrest of Abhijit Mondal, the officer-in-charge of Tala Police Station, on charges of tampering with evidence in the rape-murder case, sends shockwaves through the investigation. Mondal's alleged actions further complicate the already complex situation surrounding the doctor's death, raising serious questions about the integrity of the initial investigation and the potential for a cover-up.
The focus has now shifted to Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College. While not directly implicated in the rape and murder, the CBI believes Ghosh played a crucial role in a larger conspiracy surrounding the incident. Evidence suggests that Ghosh communicated with Mondal shortly after the doctor's body was discovered, raising suspicion about their potential collaboration in concealing evidence or influencing the course of the investigation. Ghosh, previously arrested for financial irregularities, now faces additional charges of tampering with evidence, further solidifying his potential connection to the alleged conspiracy.
The CBI's assertion that Ghosh could be tied to a larger conspiracy highlights the gravity of the investigation. It raises concerns about a possible systemic failure within the institution and its leadership, failing to provide timely and adequate support to the victim and her family. The delay in registering the FIR – a whopping 14 hours after the doctor's body was found – is a serious red flag, attracting scrutiny from both the Calcutta High Court and the Supreme Court. The courts have questioned the RG Kar administration, headed by Ghosh at the time, regarding their inaction and failure to register a police complaint, emphasizing the crucial role they played in the initial response to the incident.