New Delhi: On Thursday, the Congress party organized a significant rally in Kolkata to demand justice for a trainee woman doctor who was allegedly raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9. The rally, led by Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury, has also been interpreted as a political statement against West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC).Adhir Ranjan Chowdhurys bold statementAdhir Ranjan Chowdhury, donning an all-black outfit and a black turban, led the protest, which commenced at College Square and proceeded to Shyambazar five-point crossing in north Kolkata. This area is notably close to RG Kar Hospital, where the victims body was discovered. The demonstration, characterized by its somber attire and fervent demands for justice, underscores the political and social unrest surrounding the case.#WATCH | West Bengal: Congress leader Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury along with party workers protest in Kolkata over the rape-murder of a doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. pic.twitter.com/uV3jeMP6mb— ANI (@ANI) August 29, 2024Nationwide protests and calls for justiceThe tragic incident has sparked widespread outrage across the nation, prompting multiple rallies in Kolkata. In one such demonstration, hundreds of women participated in the Angikar Jatra or Pledge Journey, carrying placards and banners to demand stringent action against the perpetrators and stronger safety measures for women. Another rally, known as Pather Daabi or Streets Demand, saw diverse groups uniting to voice their anger and call for an end to violence against women. The city has been a hotbed of protests since August 10, reflecting the deep-seated concern and demand for justice in response to the horrific incident at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital
