Fresh probe ordered into RG Kar doctor rape-murder case

West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday announced a fresh investigation into the 2024 rape and murder of a doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.

Adhikari said the decision was taken following a request from the victim's mother, Ratna Debnath, who is now a BJP MLA.

"Ratna Debnath had written to me, requesting a fresh investigation. After extensive discussions with the chief secretary and a team of experts, I am announcing a fresh investigation under the Special Commission Act, 1952," Adhikari said.

The rape and murder of the doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital had triggered widespread protests across West Bengal and the country.

Adhikari alleged that the police had failed to perform their duty in connection with the case.

He also ordered a separate investigation into lapses during the cremation of the victim and directed that immediate action be taken against those found responsible.

The fresh probe will be conducted under the Special Commission Act, 1952, according to the announcement.