Archive · 31 Oct 2025
Doctor Harassed at Kolkata Medical College Amidst Security Concerns
A woman doctor at Kolkata Medical College was harassed by a man who was drunk and being treated there.
The man said and did inappropriate things, which made the doctor upset.
When other doctors and students found out, they became angry because this happened shortly after a meeting about hospital safety.
They protested, asking for the man to be punished and for more security to be added, especially at night.
This incident is similar to another one that happened recently, causing worry about doctor safety.
The police are investigating.
A woman intern doctor at Kolkata Medical College was allegedly harassed by an inebriated man in the emergency ward.
The accused allegedly made lewd remarks and obscene gestures towards the doctor.
Agitated students protested, demanding action against the accused and improved campus security.
The incident follows a recent molestation case at SSKM Hospital and a high-level meeting on hospital security.
Police are investigating the matter and have assured students that nighttime security will be strengthened.
- Who
- An inebriated man and a woman intern doctor
- What
- The man allegedly harassed the intern doctor with lewd remarks and gestures; students protested demanding action and better security.
- When
- Late Wednesday night
- Where
- Emergency ward of Kolkata Medical College and Hospital
- Why
- The man was inebriated and receiving medical attention; the harassment led to student protests over safety concerns.
Student/Medical Fraternity Demands
Official Response/Actions
Immediate Action & Accountability
Student/Medical Fraternity Demands
Demand strict action against the accused harasser and immediate enhancement of campus security.
Official Response/Actions
Police are actively investigating, and assurances have been given about strengthening nighttime security and deploying additional personnel.
Perceived Negligence
Student/Medical Fraternity Demands
Allege gross negligence by hospital authorities and police on duty for not preventing or immediately addressing the incident.
Official Response/Actions
While the intern initially did not receive immediate assistance, additional police forces were called to restore order, and the Chief Minister had previously warned against such lapses.
- Hospital
- Kolkata Medical College and Hospital
- Incident Date
- Wednesday night
- Accused Status
- Inebriated man brought in by police
- Allegations
- Lewd remarks and obscene gestures
- Student Response
- Protests and demands for action and security enhancement
- Police Involvement
- Initial lack of immediate assistance, later assurance of strengthened security