Protesters in Kolkata, India marched to demand the resignation of a state minister following the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. Police used tear gas and water cannons to disperse the crowd, leading to clashes and arrests. The incident has sparked nationwide outrage, reminiscent of the 2012 gang rape in Delhi, with calls for better protection for women. The police volunteer responsible for the crime has been arrested, and the federal police are investigating. Junior doctors have refused to treat non-emergency patients in protest, calling for justice for the victim and increased safety measures in hospitals. The Supreme Court has formed a hospital safety task force and urged the doctors to return to work, but some have continued to strike. The protests have escalated, with thousands of police officers deployed in Kolkata and Howrah. The ruling party in West Bengal blamed the crackdown on opposition groups, while the BJP supported the protesters. The state government denies allegations of suppressing the incident. The situation remains tense as tensions continue to rise between protesters and authorities.
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