Life Sentence for Kolkata Hospital Rape and Murder

Published On Jan 20, 2025, 9:11 AM

An Indian court has sentenced Sanjay Roy to life in prison for raping and murdering a trainee doctor, a case that has caused national outrage and protests. The court decided against the death penalty, stating that Roy's actions did not meet the necessary legal standards. The case highlights ongoing concerns about women's safety in India, amid calls from the victim's family and political leaders for harsher punishment. Protests continued in Kolkata following the verdict, emphasizing public frustration with the handling of such crimes by the justice system and local authorities.