In a significant development in the RG Kar Medical College rape-murder case, a trial court in Sealdah convicted the prime accused, Sanjay Roy, of the brutal rape and murder of an on-duty doctor. The court’s judgment has been welcomed by the victim’s grieving family, but they maintain that their fight for justice is far from over.
The victim’s mother expressed her feelings after the court verdict, stating, “That Sanjay is guilty was proved through biological evidence. And that he stood silent during the trials in the court also proved his hand in torturing and killing my daughter. But he was not alone; there are others who haven’t been arrested yet. So, justice hasn’t been delivered.”
What is the RG Kar rape and murder case?
The heinous crime occurred on August 9, 2024, and the subsequent investigation led to Roy’s arrest. The case garnered nationwide attention due to the nature of the crime and the victim’s role as a medical professional at a state-run institution. The in-camera trial commenced in November 2024, concluding in a guilty verdict within 162 days.
Roy was convicted under Sections 64, 66, and 103(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). Section 64 addresses the crime of rape, while Sections 66 and 103(1) deal with punishments for death and murder. Under Section 103(1), Roy faces the maximum penalty of either life imprisonment or death. The sentence is scheduled to be announced on Monday by Additional District and Sessions Judge Anirban Das.
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Despite this milestone, the victim’s parents emphasized their resolve to ensure justice for their daughter. “The case is not complete. It will only be completed after the others who were involved in killing our daughter are punished. We will wait for that day… Till that day, we will not be able to sleep. That is the only thing we want now,” the mother added.
The case has highlighted systemic concerns around workplace safety for women, particularly in the healthcare sector. Advocacy groups and medical professionals have called for stricter security measures and faster judicial processes to prevent such incidents in the future.
As the sentencing day approaches, the family’s fight for comprehensive justice continues, urging authorities to investigate and apprehend all those complicit in the crime. This tragic case serves as a stark reminder of the need for relentless pursuit of justice and the importance of systemic reforms to safeguard vulnerable individuals in society.
