Protests Intensify in India Over Doctor’s Rape and Murder
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Protests Intensify in India Over Doctor’s Rape and Murder
Loveworld / 5 mins
August 16, 2024
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Thousands of women took to the streets across several Indian cities overnight in response to the brutal rape and murder of a doctor. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has called for stringent punishment for those responsible as the nation reels from the outrage and escalating protests.
The tragedy struck a nerve, particularly in Kolkata, where the rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor last week ignited demonstrations among fellow medics demanding safer working conditions. Protesters marched with candles and banners reading “Reclaim the Night,” emphasizing their demand for justice and systemic change.
Earlier this week, many government hospitals across India suspended all non-emergency services as junior doctors protested outside, calling for justice for the victim. The police have arrested a volunteer in connection with the crime, which involved the doctor being raped and murdered.
In his Independence Day address on Thursday, Modi acknowledged the profound national outrage, urging society to reflect on the violence against women. The incident has revived painful memories of the 2012 Delhi gang rape case, highlighting ongoing concerns about women’s safety in India.
