- Tens of thousands of women took to the streets
- They protested the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor
- Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd
Tens of thousands of women took to the streets of West Bengal on Wednesday night to protest the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at a state-run hospital in Kolkata.
The “Reclaim the Night” march was a culmination of widespread outrage sparked by the horrific crime.
The 31-year-old doctor, who had been working a grueling 36-hour shift, was found dead in a seminar room at RG Kar Medical College last Friday.
A hospital volunteer worker has been arrested in connection with the crime.
Protests were held across the state, with women from all walks of life demanding justice for the victim.
The demonstrations were largely peaceful, but clashes erupted between police and a group of unidentified men who stormed the hospital and vandalized the emergency department.
Police used tear gas to disperse the crowd.
Similar protests also took place in other Indian cities, including Delhi, Hyderabad, Mumbai, and Pune.
The victim’s colleagues and friends have spoken out about the trauma and pain they are experiencing. The incident has reignited nationwide discussions about women’s safety and the treatment of healthcare workers in India.
The protests highlighted the deep-seated anger and frustration among women who feel unsafe in their own country.
The demand for justice for the victim has become a rallying cry for those seeking to address the pervasive issue of violence against women in India.
