Jasprit Bumrah's powerful message on Independence Day in response to the Kolkata rape-murder case

Bumrah speaks out against brutal crime

Team India pacer Jasprit Bumrah strongly reacted to the horrific rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata. On August 15, Independence Day Bumrah shared a powerful message expressing his outrage over the tragic incident.

Nation in shock and demanding justice

The brutal gang rape and murder of a junior doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital have left the nation in shock. The crime has sparked widespread anger and calls for justice, with many urging stricter measures to protect women across India.

Social media outrage

People from all walks of life took to social media to express their anger and demand action against those responsible. Jasprit Bumrah joined this wave of condemnation by sharing Bollywood actress Alia Bhatt's Instagram post on his story. The post read, "Don't tell women to change their path - change the terrain. Every woman deserves better."

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The young doctor, who was on night duty at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, was found dead in a seminar hall where she had been resting. Initial investigations revealed that she had been raped and murdered by someone with access to the hospital premises. This case has not only made headlines in India but also gained international attention.

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Kolkata Police have arrested Sanjoy Roy in connection with the crime. However, concerns have arisen about the integrity of the investigation after the seminar hall where the incident occurred was vandalized under the guise of renovation. This has led to fears that crucial evidence may have been tampered with to cover up the crime.

Massive protests in Kolkata

In the days following the tragedy, massive protests have erupted on the streets of Kolkata. Demonstrators are demanding justice for the young doctor and accountability for those involved in this heinous crime.