Life Sentence for Indian Man Convicted of Rape and Murder of Doctor Sparks Nationwide Protests

Mon Jan 27 2025 18:50:07 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Life Sentence for Indian Man Convicted of Rape and Murder of Doctor Sparks Nationwide Protests

A court in India issues a life sentence for a man found guilty of the rape and murder of a junior doctor, igniting renewed calls for justice from the public and the victim's family.


A court in Kolkata has sentenced Sanjoy Roy to life imprisonment following his conviction for the brutal rape and murder of a junior doctor, a case that has dominated headlines and sparked massive protests throughout India. Although the prosecution sought the death penalty, the judge ultimately chose life in prison, citing legal guidelines. The defendant, a hospital volunteer, continues to assert his innocence and plans to appeal the ruling.

The incident occurred last August at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The 31-year-old victim was discovered half-naked and severely injured by a colleague in a seminar hall after a night shift. Autopsy results revealed that she had been strangled, and her body bore signs of having fought off her attacker. The public outcry was swift, with doctors holding strikes demanding justice and highlighting safety concerns for healthcare workers, particularly women in the country.

The victim's family expressed outrage at the sentence, stating that they had hoped for capital punishment as restitution for their loss. "We will continue our fight, and won't let investigations stop... Come what may, we will fight for justice," her father declared to the AFP news agency. Indian law prohibits the identification of victims of sexual violence, further complicating the emotional landscape surrounding the case.

The Central Bureau of Investigation’s chargesheet noted that Roy was intoxicated at the time of the crime and gained access to the hospital to confront the doctor. Roy’s conviction highlights ongoing issues related to sexual violence and poses challenging questions about the broader societal mechanisms at play in India. As the case unfolds, it remains a poignant reminder of the pressing need for systemic reforms to enhance the protection of vulnerable individuals in healthcare settings.

MORE ON THEME

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 16:34:12 GMT

Trump Reinstates Single-Sex Prisons: Controversy Surrounds Executive Order on Gender and Safety

Sun, 26 Jan 2025 16:34:12 GMT
Sat, 25 Jan 2025 10:38:09 GMT

Lukashenko Poised for Seventh Term Amid Political Suppression in Belarus

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 10:38:09 GMT
Sat, 25 Jan 2025 01:03:09 GMT

Families of Kielland Disaster Victims Advocate for Justice in New Study

Sat, 25 Jan 2025 01:03:09 GMT
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 21:19:51 GMT

Opposition Rallies Spark Tensions in Slovakia as PM Fico Alleges Coup Threat**

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 21:19:51 GMT
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:55:57 GMT

Judge Denies Extradition Appeal of US Mother Accused of Murdering Children

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 15:55:57 GMT
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:44:18 GMT

Extradition Approved for US Mother Accused of Murdering Her Children

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 14:44:18 GMT
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:33:42 GMT

**Fears of Dark Times Resurface in Kenya Amidst Rising Abductions**

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:33:42 GMT
Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:25:43 GMT

**Belarus Elections: Opposition Condemns Legitimacy Amid Ongoing Repression**

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 01:25:43 GMT
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:08:32 GMT

German Political Leaders Propose Tougher Immigration Policies Following Knife Attack

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 17:08:32 GMT
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:01:18 GMT

U.K. Teen Sentenced for Stabbing Incident that Shocked Community

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 12:01:18 GMT
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:00:24 GMT

Protests Erupt Over Toxic Waste Disposal from Bhopal Gas Tragedy in Madhya Pradesh

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 01:00:24 GMT
Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:56:56 GMT

**Court Rules Elephants Are Not People: A Legal Perspective on Animal Rights**

Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:56:56 GMT
Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:09:42 GMT

Shocking Discovery in Nairobi: Man Arrested for Allegedly Carrying Wife's Dismembered Body

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 17:09:42 GMT
Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:35:38 GMT

Escalating Antimicrobial Resistance Crisis in Ukraine Amid Ongoing Conflict

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:35:38 GMT
Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:33:36 GMT

Trump Grants Pardon to Silk Road Operator Ross Ulbricht

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 07:33:36 GMT
Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:43:10 GMT

Sudanese Women Endure Horrific Abuse in Libya: A Cry for Help

Wed, 22 Jan 2025 00:43:10 GMT
Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:08:45 GMT

South Korea's Impeachment Crisis: President Yoon Suk Yeol Denies Martial Law Allegations

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:08:45 GMT
Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:05:17 GMT

Prime Minister Keir Starmer Highlights Growing Threat of Online Radicalization in the UK

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:05:17 GMT
Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:42:41 GMT

South Korea's Impeachment Trial: President Yoon Denies Martial Law Orders Amid Political Turmoil**

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:42:41 GMT
Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:40:40 GMT

The Troubling Case of Axel Rudakubana: An Inquiry into Violent Obsession

Tue, 21 Jan 2025 10:40:40 GMT

Follow us

© 2024 SwissX REDD UK ltd. All Rights Reserved.