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The recent rape-murder case of a young doctor in Kolkata has sparked widespread outrage and demands for accountability. The case has brought the role of the Kolkata Police under intense scrutiny, with many questioning their handling of the investigation. The Supreme Court, during a hearing on the case, raised serious concerns about the police's actions, highlighting a missing document related to the postmortem examination of the victim. This further fueled calls for the dismissal of the city's police chief, Vineet Goyal.
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, however, has chosen to delay any immediate action against the police chief, citing the upcoming Durga Puja festival, a major religious event in the state. She claims that the police chief offered to resign but she has asked him to stay on due to the need for experienced personnel to maintain law and order during the festival. The Opposition parties, however, have been vocal in their demand for the police chief's resignation, calling for a thorough investigation into the entire case.
The investigation into the doctor's rape-murder has been plagued by inconsistencies and allegations of police misconduct. The victim's family has alleged that they were pressured by the police to cremate her body and that a police officer offered them money to bury the incident. The delay in filing the First Information Report, as well as the decision to conduct the postmortem at the same hospital where the alleged crime occurred, have also raised questions about the police's handling of the case.
The Supreme Court's intervention and its questioning of the missing postmortem document has further highlighted the complexities and potential irregularities in the investigation. The court's concerns have put pressure on the state government and the police to address these issues and ensure a transparent and thorough investigation. The case has become a symbol of the public's anger and demand for justice, as well as the need for accountability within the police force.
Source: Wait A Few Days: Mamata Banerjee On Calls For Kolkata Police Chief's Dismissal