" When a criminal offence is committed it is wrong against humanity at large. Every crime against an individual demonstrates the state's failure to recognize, protect and fulfill its citizen's human rights. Among one such crime is "Rape". It is a deep-entrenched social blight. Rape is considered to be, one of the foremost flagitious crimes towards the individual and its individuality.
The brutal rape and murder of a Post-Graduate Trainee Doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College has once again highlighted issues surrounding violence against women, the role of the legal system, and societal attitudes. Despite Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's repeated assertions that West Bengal is the safest state for women, this horrific crime exposes the administration's blatant incompetence and disregard for women's safety. Mamata Banerjee's political rhetoric is meaningless when women in Kolkata continue to live in fear, exposed to violence and exploitation. The state's safety measures are a cruel joke, fostering a culture of impunity where criminals walk free and victims suffer in silence. Enough with the empty promises-what Bengal needs is real action. The state government must overhaul its approach to women's safety, from enforcing stringent law enforcement to providing a robust support system for victims.
This tragedy cannot become another statistic in India's grim record of gender-based violence. The public demands justice, not just for this victim, but for a safer future for all women. The question remains: will the government act decisively, or will it continue to fail its people? The clock is ticking.
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