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Calcutta High Court Criticizes Mamata Banerjee as Kolkata Protest Turns Violent, 25 Arrested

Aug 16, 2024, 06:44 AM

A peaceful protest against the rape of a doctor in Kolkata escalated into violence when miscreants vandalized the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. In response, Kolkata Police have arrested 19 individuals connected to the incident, with six accused recently produced in Sealdah Court. The police had made 25 arrests earlier in this case. The Calcutta High Court has criticized the Mamata Banerjee government for its handling of the situation, particularly regarding the vandalism and mob attacks at the hospital premises. The court has taken up the matter to address the violence and vandalism that occurred during the protests.