West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari on Sunday (August 9, 2026) announced a fresh probe into the 2024 rape and murder of the doctor at the State-run R.G. Kar Medical College and Hospital that shook the country.

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Mr. Adhikari said the government took the decision on the request of the deceased doctor's mother, who is now a BJP MLA.

"Ratna Debnath had written to me, requesting a fresh investigation. After extensive discussions with the chief secretary and a team of experts, I am announcing a fresh investigation under the Special Commission Act, 1952," he said.

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Mr. Adhikari claimed that the police had failed to perform their duty in relation to this case.

He also ordered a separate investigation into the alleged lapses in the cremation of the victim, and directed immediate action against those responsible.

Published - August 09, 2026 07:23 pm IST