Trinamool MP Jawhar Sircar has threatened to resign from his parliamentary position over the Mamata Banerjee government's handling of the protests against the rape and murder of a postgraduate trainee at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. The case has sparked widespread outrage and criticism of the state government.
In an open letter to Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, Mr. Sircar expressed his dissatisfaction with the government's response to the protests and the corruption within the ruling Trinamool Congress. He accused certain leaders of gaining strength through corrupt practices, which has led to public distrust.
Massive Statewide Protests Planned
The letter coincides with a massive statewide protest organized by the Bengali expat community, highlighting the global scale of the outrage. Mr. Sircar criticized the government for doing "too little, too late" in response to the public's anger.
Government's Inadequate Response
Mr. Sircar pointed out that the government's punitive steps were insufficient and delayed. He urged the Chief Minister to directly intervene with the agitating junior doctors in a manner reminiscent of her earlier leadership style.
"The movement is as much for Abhaya as it is against the state government and the party. There is a need for immediate course correction to prevent communal forces from capturing the state," Sircar wrote.
Corruption and Distrust
In his letter, Mr. Sircar highlighted the public's loss of confidence in the government due to the corruption and muscle-flexing by bureaucrats and party leaders. He emphasized that the protests were a spontaneous outpouring of public anger, reflecting a deep-seated dissatisfaction with the administration.
Call for Immediate Action
Mr. Sircar's letter also criticized the state government's failure to address the corruption charges against the former principal of RG Kar Medical College, Sandip Ghosh, who has been arrested by the CBI. He argued that taking action against corruption could have restored normalcy and public trust.
"Everyone feels normalcy could have returned to the state had the government taken steps to break the ring of corruption and punished those involved in this heinous crime," he stated.
Rajya Sabha Resignation
Mr. Sircar announced his intention to resign from the Rajya Sabha, expressing his frustration with the government's inability to control corruption and address public grievances. He plans to travel to Delhi later this week to submit his resignation.
Public Reaction
The letter has intensified the ongoing protests, with thousands expected to join the demonstrations. The state government's efforts to ensure women's safety, as advertised in leading dailies, have done little to quell the public's anger.
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Conclusion
The Kolkata rape-murder case and the subsequent protests have highlighted the deep-rooted issues of corruption and governance in West Bengal. Trinamool MP Jawhar Sircar's threat to resign underscores the gravity of the situation and the urgent need for the state government to take decisive action.
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