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The brutal murder and rape of a doctor at a Kolkata hospital has thrust West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee into one of the most challenging situations of her political career. The incident has sparked widespread outrage across the nation, with the handling of the case by her government facing intense scrutiny and criticism. This incident has the potential to significantly impact her political standing, especially considering her past handling of similar incidents, which has been widely perceived as lacking in sensitivity and decisive action.
The public outcry against the government's response has been significant, with many questioning the delay in transferring the case to the CBI, the initial attempt to downplay the incident as a suicide, and the questionable appointment of the hospital principal despite allegations of his role in the cover-up. The subsequent mob attack on protesting doctors, with allegations of TMC involvement, has further fueled the public's anger and mistrust in the government's ability to ensure justice.
The incident has also highlighted the internal divisions within the TMC, with some party leaders openly voicing their dissatisfaction with the government's handling of the situation. Even TMC allies, such as the Congress, have criticized the government's actions, raising questions about Mamata Banerjee's leadership and the party's ability to maintain its strong hold on the state. The case has become a major political flashpoint, with the opposition BJP and CPI(M) demanding Mamata's resignation, while the TMC faces the uphill task of regaining public trust and ensuring justice for the victim.
Source: Kolkata hospital rape-murder: Why this could be Mamata’s toughest hour