The shocking rape and murder of a 31-year-old doctor at a government hospital in Kolkata has taken a disturbing turn, as her parents allege in court that she was gang-raped before being strangled to death. The Calcutta High Court has now transferred the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), raising serious questions about the hospital administration’s handling of the case.
According to the petition filed by the victim’s parents, the postmortem report revealed that a significant amount of semen—150 mg—was found in her body, suggesting the involvement of multiple perpetrators. The cause of death was determined to be neck strangulation, with the report also indicating clear signs of sexual assault and brutal violence.
The petition further detailed the extent of the injuries sustained by the victim, including trauma to her head, injuries to both ears, and bite marks on her neck. The parents highlighted that these injuries pointed to a violent struggle, and the autopsy findings supported the suspicion of gang rape.
Before the case was transferred to the CBI, the state police had arrested Sanjoy Roy, a civic volunteer known to frequent the hospital. However, the victim’s parents expressed their frustration in the petition, stating that no other suspects had been arrested despite the evidence indicating multiple offenders.
The Calcutta High Court’s decision to transfer the case to the CBI came after a scathing critique of the hospital administration, particularly its former principal, Dr. Sandip Ghosh. The court questioned why the hospital authorities failed to file a police complaint after the doctor’s body was discovered. The court also criticized the state government for appointing Dr. Ghosh to another medical college just hours after his resignation from RG Kar Medical College.
The parents’ petition also pointed out that there is evidence suggesting that at least three individuals were involved in the strangulation. They alleged that the autopsy was conducted hastily and improperly, potentially to shield other individuals involved in their daughter’s death.
The state government’s counsel argued that the victim’s inquest and postmortem were conducted in the presence of a Judicial Magistrate and two lady doctors, with the entire process being videographed. The counsel maintained that the postmortem report had been shared with the victim’s family.
With the CBI now in charge of the investigation, the central agency has divided its team into three groups. One team will inspect the seminar hall where the doctor’s body was found, another will handle legal proceedings concerning the accused, Sanjoy Roy, and the third will collaborate with Kolkata Police officers who were previously investigating the case.
The transfer of the investigation to the CBI marks a significant step in the pursuit of justice for the victim, as her family continues to seek answers and accountability for the horrific crime.
