Kolkata RG Kar Medical College Rape Case: Parents Of Murdered Trainee Doctor Accuse CBI Of Corruption

Kolkata RG Kar Medical College Rape Case: The parents of a trainee doctor, who was raped and murdered a year ago, have accused the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) of not delivering justice. They are demanding the agency be disbanded due to alleged corruption and political influence. The case, initially managed by Kolkata Police, was later handed over to the CBI.

On August 9 last year, the 31-year-old postgraduate trainee was killed at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. A year later, her parents met with the CBI director but were dissatisfied with the investigation's progress. When they voiced their concerns, officials reportedly threatened to withdraw from the case.

"When we questioned them about the investigation, they got annoyed and said they would withdraw from the case," said the victim's father. "I told them to say that in court instead of to me. They had no answers to our questions." The family's frustration has grown as they feel justice is being delayed.

Allegations Against CBI

The victim's father expressed disbelief at the possibility of the CBI withdrawing after a year-long investigation. He questioned whether such an agency should continue operating if it fails to deliver results despite significant funding. "An organisation representing 140 crore people is saying they will drop the case after a year," he remarked.

The family plans to join a torchlight procession organized by West Bengal junior doctors in Shyambazar on Friday evening and participate in a "Nabanna campaign" protest on Saturday. Various groups are planning demonstrations to mark one year since the RG Kar case began.

Corruption Allegations

The victim's father also alleged corruption and financial dealings behind the stalled probe. "If we didn't have evidence against the CBI, I would not speak like this. We are trying to collect that evidence," he stated. The family intends to meet Union Home Minister Amit Shah later to discuss their concerns about the CBI's role.

The victim's mother recently returned her Nari Shakti Award received from Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta in protest. "I told her I will accept this award the day my daughter gets justice," she explained. She believes political pressure is affecting the investigation.

Mother's Protest

"The CBI will not do anything; we will have to protest on the streets," she added. "Our fight will continue in court." She revealed that her daughter knew about corruption within the medical college and refused demands for money, choosing instead to earn her place through merit.

Her daughter aimed for a gold medal and took it as a challenge, which she now sees as a mistake that may have led to her tragic fate. The family remains determined in their pursuit of justice despite facing numerous obstacles along their journey.