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Kolkata Police Probe Assault on Doctor’s Mother, File Seven FIRs Against BJP Leaders

Police will review CCTV and drone footage to investigate the mother’s assault allegations

BJP workers during Nabanna Rally to protest against rape and murder of a PGT doctor in RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, in Kolkata on Saturday.
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Overview

  • The victim’s mother was discharged from Medica Superspecialty Hospital on Sunday after treatment for a forehead bruise and stable vital signs.
  • Kolkata Police Commissioner Manoj Verma announced an independent investigation into her assault allegations using CCTV and drone footage even if no formal complaint is lodged.
  • Seven FIRs have been registered against BJP MLAs and party leaders for obstructing police duties and assaulting constables during the Nabanna march, which left five officers injured.
  • The victim’s family plans to approach the Calcutta High Court as they consider legal action against officers they say roughed up the doctor’s mother.
  • Saturday’s march diverted from the court-approved Nabanna route toward Park Street, where protesters clashed with police and prompted a lathi-charge.