SC directs removal of RG Kar victim’s photos, asks doctors to resume duties by 5 pm tomorrow
THE JHARKHAND STORY DESK Advertisement Advertisement New Delhi, September 9: The Supreme Court ordered on Monday that all photos of the…
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New Delhi, September 9: The Supreme Court ordered on Monday that all photos of the rape and murder victim of Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital be immediately removed from social media.
The Supreme Court also instructed that no disciplinary measures be taken against doctors if they return to work by 5 PM tomorrow. However, it cautioned that if they do not comply, the court may be unable to prevent the state government from taking action, and continued absence could lead to disciplinary consequences.
CBI directed to file fresh report by Sept 17
During the proceedings, Chief Justice Chandrachud directed the CBI to submit an updated status report by next week. The court will revisit the matter on Tuesday, September 17.
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The court also sought information about the CCTV footage from the incident. SG Mehta confirmed that the CBI has received four video clips, amounting to 27 minutes. These samples are now being sent to AIIMS and other forensic labs for further analysis.
SC directs to boost security at RG Kar Medical College
The Supreme Court also mandated the implementation of necessary conditions to ensure the safety and security of doctors in hospitals, including the availability of toilet facilities for both genders, among other provisions.
The Supreme Court also directed that security be strengthened at RG Kar Medical College and that accommodations be arranged for all CISF personnel near the hospital.
Concerning security, the Supreme Court directed CISF personnel to ensure that no one enters the emergency wards at RG Kar Medical College without proper identification.
