Kolkata Rape-Murder Case: Key Actions by CM Mamata Banerjee
Kolkata Rape-Murder Case Sparks Major Police and Health Department Changes
The recent Kolkata rape-murder case has led West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to make sweeping changes in the Kolkata Police and state health departments. Following protests from junior doctors demanding justice and accountability, Banerjee announced the removal of Vineet Goyal from his role as Kolkata Police Commissioner.
Junior Doctors' Protest and Demands
- Protests erupted following the tragic rape and murder of a trainee doctor from RG Kar Medical College.
- Mamata Banerjee accepted several demands from junior doctors.
- Changes included the removal of several high-ranking officials in both police and health sectors.
The Chief Minister indicated that a new police commissioner will be appointed post a Supreme Court hearing regarding the situation.
Controversies Surrounding the Dismissal
The decision to remove Vineet Goyal has faced criticism. Many claim he mishandled the backlash following the August incident at RG Kar Medical College.
- Protests against the police's handling of the rape and murder case.
- Accusations of Goyal being loyal to Mamata Banerjee instead of addressing public concerns.
- Defensive remarks by Goyal attributing public dissent to rumors.
Amid these controversies, Banerjee met with protesting doctors late at night, expressing her commitment to addressing their concerns.
Profile of Vineet Goyal
Vineet Goyal, an IPS officer of the 1994 batch and an alumnus of IIT Kharagpur and IIT Kanpur, has a notable record, including multiple police medals for gallantry. He took charge as the Kolkata Police Commissioner in December 2021, succeeding Soumen Mitra.
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