Abhishek Banerjee Demands Swift Justice and Stronger Anti-Rape Laws Amid Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case

BJP Demands Mamata Banerjee’s Resignation Amid Growing Outcry

Kolkata: The rape and murder of a female trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata has sparked a political firestorm. The BJP is demanding the resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while Trinamool Congress (TMC) National General Secretary and Lok Sabha MP Abhishek Banerjee has called for urgent legislative action.

Abhishek Banerjee Urges Immediate Government Action

In response to the case, Abhishek Banerjee has urged the state government to take decisive action. He has also appealed to the central government to implement a law mandating that rape trials and convictions be completed within 50 days. Banerjee emphasized the need for a robust legal framework to address such cases effectively.

Nationwide Outrage and Demand for Legal Reform

Abhishek Banerjee highlighted that protests have erupted in medical colleges and hospitals across the country over the past 10 days, demanding justice. He pointed out the alarming statistics of 900 rape incidents reported across India, with 90 occurring daily and one every 15 minutes.

Call for Stronger Anti-Rape Legislation

Banerjee’s social media post criticized the lack of permanent solutions and called for significant legal reforms. He stressed that empty promises are insufficient and urged state governments to take action and press the central government for a stringent anti-rape law.

The case continues to stir political and public discourse, underscoring the urgent need for comprehensive measures to tackle sexual violence in India.