The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is set to conduct a polygraph test on Sanjoy Roy, the primary accused in the Kolkata rape and murder case, on Tuesday, August 20. Roy, a civic volunteer, is accused of raping and murdering a 31-year-old trainee doctor at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9. The local court granted permission for the test on Monday.
Polygraph Test Follows Psychoanalysis Test
This polygraph test follows a psychoanalysis examination conducted by a team of experts from the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) on Sunday. The test aims to provide further insights into Roy’s alleged involvement in the crime, as the CBI continues its investigation.
So far, the CBI has found no evidence pointing to the involvement of other individuals, making Roy the sole accused. However, the victim’s parents have alleged that the incident was a gang-rape, claiming multiple people from the hospital were involved.
Accused’s Mother-in-Law Speaks Out
The mother-in-law of Sanjoy Roy has publicly criticized him, alleging that he was abusive toward his wife and was responsible for her miscarriage. She claimed that Roy had a history of violent behavior, describing him as a “bad person.”
Protests and Social Media Crackdown
Protests against the West Bengal government intensified on Monday as Kolkata Police launched a crackdown on social media misinformation related to the case. A person was arrested for revealing the victim’s identity and making threats against Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Prominent figures, including doctors Kunal Sarkar and Subarna Goswami, were summoned by police after leading protests and posting about the case on social media. They, along with hundreds of healthcare professionals, marched from Calcutta Medical College to demand justice for the victim.
Political Response to Social Media Crackdown
Opposition parties, including the BJP and Left Front, condemned the police crackdown, accusing the government of trying to stifle dissent. Protests over the rape and murder case have continued across the nation, with junior doctors in Kolkata remaining on strike.
The healthcare system in West Bengal remains severely impacted as junior doctors have ceased work in state-run hospitals. Out-patient departments are overwhelmed by a massive influx of patients amidst a shortage of medical staff.
Key Figures Questioned and Security Enhanced
The CBI has also questioned Sandip Ghosh, the former principal of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, for the fourth consecutive day. Investigators focused on why the victim’s parents were made to wait for hours before seeing their daughter’s body and why renovations near the crime scene were ordered.
Amid the ongoing unrest, West Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose traveled to Delhi on Monday night, sparking speculation that he might meet with President Droupadi Murmu and senior government officials to discuss the case.
In light of the situation, the Union Health Ministry has approved a 25% increase in security deployment at all Union government ho