The Supreme Court observed that it will take active consideration in regard to the progress in the investigation as well as security taken at RG Kar Medical College. The social media posts which again resulted in breach of privacy of the victim had attracted the attention of the court and once again issued caution regarding protecting dignity towards the deceased.
The case has gathered the attention of the country, where people are demanding strict laws and proper security with regard to doctors. An investigation is underway to identify the criminals responsible for the incident.
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► Ex-RG Kar Principal Sandip Ghosh Under Allegations of Illegal Trade of Unclaimed Bodies, All under Watch of Former Principal
The shocking rape and murder case of a young doctor at RG Kar Medical College has of late taken an equally shocking new turn, with the most serious allegations being leveled at the former principal of the college, Sandip Ghosh by a former college official, that too dead bodies were allegedly being traded when the ex-principal was at the helm of the college. These bodies are supposedly used either for medical research or for properly disposing of a dead body. Reports have claimed they have been trafficked for financial gains. The revelation has further made RG Kar Medical College's reputation more obnoxious, as it is already under a burning glass following this horrific crime on its premises.
• Biomedical Waste Trafficking: RG Kar Medical College Nets Another Black Mark
But the allegations relating to unclaimed bodies do not stop here. He charged Sandip Ghosh with the trafficking of biomedical waste. Biomedical wastes, according to him, are sold for profit in total disregard for health risks and ethical violations. This kind of trafficking does not mean only a severe threat to the environment; more seriously, it shows how deep‑seated corruption might have been within the institution.
It has now further made calls for a thorough probe into all that happened in RG Kar Medical College during the principalship of Sandip Ghosh. The administration is being asked to probe these allegations further to find out the truth and bring to book all of those who are responsible. These charges are likely to be included in the investigation already going on regarding the doctor's rape and murder, hence further complicating what was already a sensitive matter.
• Implications of the Ongoing Investigation
These allegations are of serious consequence to the current investigation into the rape and murder case. If proved true, it could unravel a bigger ring of other criminal activities at the hospital, where several people could be involved. Attention is now focused on how these claims will impact the direction of the investigation and if they will result in further arrests or charges.
► Supreme Court Directs Removal of Doctor's Name and Photos from Social Media Site
In the latest development related to the Kolkata doctor rape and murder case, the Supreme Court has ordered the removal of the name and photographs of the victim from all social media sites. The order was passed after an appeal from the family of the deceased for private and decent handling of the case. 'The central force laid down severe warnings that no further breach of privacy laws will be entertained, he said, and asked the statutory authorities and police to take stringent action forth with in cases of such breaches.'
For more information on Supreme Court hearing, read: [LIVE UPDATES] Supreme Court Hearing on RG Kar Case
► RG Kar Medical College to be Provided Additional Security From Central Forces
The RG Kar Medical College tragedy has been followed by widespread public uproar combined with concerns over the security of the hospital. The incident has forced central forces to take over a stand on the hospital and view the scene as alternatives besides fleshing out security. Now, with the administration under tremendous pressure to ensure the security of doctors and medical staffers in hospitals, it leaves no room to prevent such incidents from happening in the future.
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