Published 12:31 IST, August 16th 2024

Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder: Victim’s Father Declines Compensation, Says ‘Will Hurt My Daughter’

“I have turned down the compensation. It will hurt my daughter if I accept money as compensation for her death. I want justice,” Victim’s Father told reporters.

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New Delhi: far of trainee doctor who was raped and murdered at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital has refused to accept compensation, stating it would dishonor his deceased daughter. “I have turned down compensation. It will hurt my daughter if I accept money as compensation for her death. I want justice,” he told reporters.

On Thursday, Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), which is investigating case, met with victim's family. 

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While specific details of meeting were not disclosed, far reported that CBI assured m accused will be arrested soon.

far expressed deep gratitude for public’s support and noted, “It is not legally appropriate to disclose details of our conversation with CBI. y have recorded our statements and taken m in writing. I thank everyone for global protests and support. I consider those who stand with us as my own sons and daughters. CBI has promised that accused will face prompt arrest and severe punishment based on our testimony.”

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trainee doctor, who h been working a graveyard shift, was found raped and murdered in a seminar hall at hospital. post-mortem report indicated severe injuries, including blood oozing from her private parts, eyes, and mouth, suggesting brutal violence and genital torture.

On Wednesday, victim’s far described her as a diligent student with aspirations to become a gold medalist in her post-gruate medical course, referencing a diary entry she h me.

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CBI Special Crime Branch has summoned five doctors and hospital staff for questioning. case has sparked widespre outrage, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi dressing it in his Independence Day speech, emphasizing need to instill a strong deterrent against crimes committed against women.

12:31 IST, August 16th 2024