Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College principal resigns amid protests over trainee doctor's rape and murder.

Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College principal, Sandip Ghosh, has resigned amidst widespread protests by medical students following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the college. Ghosh, who faced accusations of victim-blaming and denies making such remarks, stated that he resigned as a parent would, since the deceased doctor was like his daughter, and hopes that similar incidents can be prevented in the future. Protests by resident doctors across the country have demanded action against the perpetrators and officials for negligence, as well as safety assurance from the government.

August 12, 2024
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