Kolkata Doctor Death: Supreme Court to Hear Kolkata Rape & Murder Case Today | ABP News

The Supreme Court has taken suo motu cognizance of the alleged rape and murder of a female doctor at R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. The matter is set for hearing today, Tuesday, August 20. According to the cause list uploaded on the Supreme Court's official website, a bench headed by Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud will preside over the hearing. The incident has sparked widespread outrage, drawing attention to the safety of women in the workplace, especially in the medical profession. The hearing is scheduled to begin at 10:30 AM, where the court is expected to address the severity of the allegations and the need for a swift and thorough investigation. This case has become a focal point in discussions about ensuring justice for victims of sexual violence and holding perpetrators accountable within institutional settings.