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West Bengal government suspends three IPS officers for mishandling R. G. Kar rape-murder case
On May 15, 2026, the West Bengal government suspended three senior IPS officers over alleged mishandling of the initial investigation into the August 9, 2024 R. G. Kar rape-murder case. The government cited mishandling and allegations of offering money to the victim’s family. A related development reported the seizure of 23 mobile phones at Presidency Central Correctional Home and subsequent suspensions of two prison officials.
Why It Matters
The move highlights accountability in a high-profile crime and intersects with political narratives ahead of the 2026 West Bengal Assembly polls.
Timeline
3 Events
Mobile phone seizure at Presidency Central Correctional Home and related suspensions
May 15, 2026
In a related development, 23 mobile phones were seized during a surprise raid at Presidency Central Correctional Home. The state government subsequently suspended Superintendent N. Kujur and Chief Controller Dipto Gorai.
Suspension of three IPS officers over mishandling of the R. G. Kar case
May 15, 2026
The West Bengal government suspended Vineet Goyal (then Kolkata Police Commissioner), Abhishek Gupta (then Deputy Commissioner of Kolkata Police North), and Indira Mukherjee (then Deputy Commissioner of Kolkata Police Central) for mishandling the initial investigation and for allegations of offering money to the victim’s family.
R. G. Kar rape-murder incident at RG Kar Medical College and Hospital
August 9, 2024
A doctor identified as Abhaya was raped and murdered at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College and Hospital on August 9, 2024, triggering a high-profile investigation and public outcry.