Indian President Droupadi Murmu condemns rape & murder of Kolkata doctor, calls for nationwide introspection on women's safety.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu has condemned the recent rape and murder of a trainee doctor in Kolkata, stating that "enough is enough" and calling for a nationwide introspection to address the ongoing issues of women's safety and security. In her first public statement on the matter, Murmu emphasized the importance of confronting the deeply ingrained prejudices against women and urged society to work together to counter the mindset that views women as objects. She acknowledged that women in India have had to fight for every inch of ground they have gained and emphasized that both the State and society must take responsibility for removing barriers to women's freedom from fear.

August 28, 2024
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