Life Sentence for Police Volunteer in Kolkata Doctor's Rape and Murder Case

Sanjay Roy, a police volunteer, was sentenced to life imprisonment for the rape and murder of a junior doctor in Kolkata, a case that ignited widespread protests over women's safety. The court's decision came as a disappointment to the victim's family, who sought the death penalty. Despite Roy's claims of innocence, the judges deemed the crime not to be in the 'rarest-of-rare' category. Protests from medical professionals and activists emphasize ongoing concerns about violence against women in India, with rising reported cases of rape prompting calls for systemic change in safety measures and legal repercussions.