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Home Guard, Aide Remanded After Assault, Rape Threats to Junior Doctor at Bengal Hospital

The case prompted an internal inquiry with pledges of stronger hospital security after the doctor's FIR.

Overview

  • The incident occurred Monday evening inside Uluberia’s Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay Government Medical College and Hospital during an examination of a pregnant patient.
  • Police arrested traffic home guard Sheikh Babulal and Sheikh Hasibur, produced them in Uluberia court, and secured three days of police custody.
  • The doctor reported being slapped, having her arm twisted, and receiving rape and death threats, with one accused allegedly claiming police status and influence.
  • An FIR was registered, CCTV footage is being examined, and the victim’s statement was recorded before a magistrate under Section 164 of the CrPC.
  • Hospital officials formed an internal committee and said security will be reinforced, including hiring 28 additional guards, as medical bodies and political leaders issued condemnations.