Kolkata Rape-Murder Case Victim’s Identity Exposed: Supreme Court Expresses Deep Concern Over Publication of Deceased Medic’s Name in Media
The Supreme Court has voiced grave concerns over the publication of the deceased doctor's name and image in media reports related to the rape-murder case at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital.
The Supreme Court has voiced grave concerns over the publication of the deceased doctor's name and image in media reports related to the rape-murder case at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital. Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, along with Justice JB Pardiwala and Justice Manoj Misra, is addressing the issue suo motu case on August 20. The Court emphasised that protocols must be enforceable nationwide, not merely theoretical. CJI Chandrachud criticized the media for breaching established guidelines that protect the identities of sexual assault survivors, highlighting the need for strict adherence to privacy laws. Kolkata Doctor Rape-Murder Case: Supreme Court Forms 10-Member Task Force to Enhance Safety for Medical Professionals.
SC Concerned Over Media Publication of Doctor’s Identity
Kolkata rape-murder case: SC says it is deeply concerned that name of deceased published all over media
— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) August 20, 2024
SC Condemns Media Exposure of Kolkata Doctor's Identity
CJI: the protocol cannot be on paper but enforceable across india. Regarding Kolkata, we are deeply concerned that the name of the victim and the photo, video of the deceased is published all across media.. the graphic shows her body which was after the incident.. there are…
— Bar and Bench (@barandbench) August 20, 2024
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