Archive · 10 Aug 2025
Political Fallout Continues One Year After RG Kar Murder
A year after a doctor was raped and murdered, the event resurfaced, sparking protests and political debates.
The government faced criticism over the handling of the case and corruption allegations, leading to changes in police leadership.
While the accused was sentenced, the government expressed disappointment with the ruling.
With elections approaching, the opposition is using the issue of women's safety, while the ruling party is focused on migrants.
Protests and political reactions follow the one-year anniversary of the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College.
The Mamata Banerjee-led government faced criticism for its handling of the initial investigation and alleged corruption in medical colleges.
The government responded to protests by removing officials and enacting an anti-rape bill, though the bill faced challenges.
The accused in the RG Kar case, Sanjay Roy, was sentenced to life imprisonment, prompting the CM to express dissatisfaction.
With the upcoming Assembly elections, the BJP plans to focus on women's safety, while the TMC highlights the issue of Bengali migrants.
- Who
- Protestors, government officials, political parties including TMC and BJP.
- What
- Protests and political reactions to the one-year anniversary of the RG Kar rape and murder case.
- When
- One year after the RG Kar rape and murder, ongoing to August 15.
- Where
- Kolkata, West Bengal.
- Why
- To seek justice for the victim, protest the government's actions, and address women's safety concerns, amid upcoming elections.
BJP
TMC
Political Strategy
BJP
Focus on women's safety.
TMC
TMC shifts focus to Bengali migrants in other states.
- Event
- RG Kar Rape and Murder Anniversary Protests
- Location
- Kolkata, West Bengal
- Accused
- Sanjay Roy
- Sentence
- Life Imprisonment
- Political Parties Involved
- TMC, BJP
- Upcoming Election
- West Bengal Assembly
Sources
A year lost: Editorial on the state of women's safety in the aftermath of RG Kar rape-murder case
Police lathicharge protesters to halt march to Bengal secretariat marking year since R G Kar rape and murder
One Year On, Protestors March To West Bengal Secretariat 'Nabanna' Demanding Justice In RG Kar Case
