Kolkata Rape-Murder Protest: Rival Fans Lathicharged

Rival Football Fans Unite in Kolkata Rape-Murder Protest, Lathicharged by Police

In a rare display of unity, fans of arch-rival football clubs Mohun Bagan and East Bengal joined hands on Sunday to protest against the brutal rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor in Kolkata. Despite the cancellation of the Durand Cup match between the two teams, supporters gathered outside the iconic Salt Lake Stadium to raise their voices against the heinous crime.

The match, which was scheduled to take place at Salt Lake Stadium, was called off due to escalating tensions and concerns over public safety. However, this did not deter the fans from showing up in large numbers, holding flags and banners demanding justice for the victim. The atmosphere was charged with emotion as slogans echoed around the stadium, reflecting the collective outrage of the community.

Police Lathicharge on Protesters

As the crowd swelled outside the stadium, the situation grew tense. The Bidhan Nagar police had issued a request urging the public not to assemble and had imposed restrictive orders under Section 163 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). However, the fans, undeterred by these warnings, continued their protest, leading the police to resort to lathicharge in an attempt to disperse the gathering.

India Today TV, reporting live from the scene, captured the chaotic moments as police officers attempted to control the crowd. Several protesters were detained and taken away in police vans. Despite the aggressive police action, the protest highlighted the deep-rooted anger and frustration among the citizens, who are demanding swift justice for the victim.

Nationwide Outrage

The Kolkata rape and murder case has sparked nationwide outrage, with protests erupting in various parts of the country. Medical professionals, particularly in Delhi and Kolkata, have been at the forefront of these demonstrations, calling for a 24-hour strike to protest against the incident. Although the strike officially ended at 6 am on Sunday, many medics continued their agitation, refusing to be silenced until justice is served.

The All India Football Federation president, Kalyan Chaubey, also weighed in on the situation, expressing his disappointment over the cancellation of the match and the deteriorating law and order situation in West Bengal. “It is very shameful; law and order has completely collapsed in West Bengal. A football match could not happen… and look at the police deployment, it looks like a riot is going on,” Chaubey stated.

Public Sentiment and Demands

The public sentiment in Kolkata and across India remains strong, with citizens demanding immediate action from the authorities. The tragic incident has not only shaken the medical community but has also united rival football fans in a rare show of solidarity. The demand for justice for the young trainee doctor continues to grow louder, with many questioning the efficiency of the local police and the safety of women in the city.

As the protests continue, the authorities are under immense pressure to resolve the case swiftly and ensure that such incidents do not recur. The Kolkata rape-murder case has once again brought to the forefront the urgent need for better security measures and stricter law enforcement to protect the vulnerable in society.

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