As outrage continues to mount over the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, several protests unfolded across West Bengal on Wednesday. In a show of solidarity, demonstrators across the state participated in a “lights out” protest, turning off their lights from 9 PM to 10 PM.
#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: People switch off their lights at 9 pm as a symbol of protest against RG Kar Medical College & Hospital rape-murder incident
(Visuals from Shyam Bazaar) pic.twitter.com/qfsefwmbfc
— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024
Junior doctors at state-run hospitals spearheaded the protest, urging the public to join in by switching off lights and lighting candles or diyas during the designated hour.
#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: People switch off their lights as a symbol of protest against the RG Kar Medical College & Hospital rape-murder incident.
(Visuals from Victoria Memorial) pic.twitter.com/FXSx273Y8d
— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024
The Raj Bhavan, the official residence of the West Bengal Governor, also took part in the protest.
#WATCH | Kolkata: Lights at West Bengal Raj Bhawan switched off as a symbol of protest against the RG Kar Medical College & Hospital rape-murder incident. pic.twitter.com/AMVt8ly69n
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Governor CV Ananda Bose supported the demonstration by turning off the lights and lighting a candle in solidarity with the victims and protestors.
“When light is fear , darkness is dear” – Guv pic.twitter.com/mjXyZ5sY9m
— Raj Bhavan Media Cell (@BengalGovernor) September 4, 2024
In Kolkata, a candle march was organized at RG Kar Medical College & Hospital, where participants gathered to mourn and protest the recent tragic event.
#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Protestors at RG Kar Medical College & Hospital carry out a candle march to protest against the rape-murder incident. pic.twitter.com/BB9bdBEBge
— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024
Additionally, a massive rally took place at Shyam Bazaar, reflecting the widespread outrage and demand for justice.
#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Massive protest rally held at Shyam Bazaar against the RG Kar Medical College & Hospital rape-murder incident. pic.twitter.com/57OBsTeJ30
— ANI (@ANI) September 4, 2024
