Minor girl alleged sexual harassement in SSKM's toilet, Kolkata Police arrests NRS hospital's temporary staff

A 15-year-old girl was allegedly sexually assaulted by a NRS hospital's temporary staff.The incident has led to the swift arrest of Amit Mullick, a temporary staff currently employed at NRS hospital but previously associated with SSKM hospital in the same role, as a temporary staff. According to police reports, the young victim had arrived at SSKM with her family for routine check-up when Mullick lured her to the toilet in trauma care unit and carried out the heinous act. A vigilant doctor lodged a complaint with Bhowanipur Police Station, prompting an immediate investigation and apprehension of the suspect. This case underscores the urgent need for stricter oversight in healthcare settings, where vulnerability meets authority, and highlights a disturbing pattern of exploitation that demands zero tolerance.

As investigations deepen, disturbing details are emerging about Mullick's shadowy role within the hospital ecosystem. The accused Amit Mullick wasn't just any staffer—he's been a "broker" who allegedly facilitated underhanded dealings, from bed allocations to specialist referrals, preying on desperate patients for profit. Eyewitness accounts from SSKM corridors paint him as a familiar face, often loitering beyond his official duties, which raises questions about how such individuals slip through the cracks in high-stakes environments like government hospitals. Bhowanipur police have already begun rigorous interrogation sessions, pondering over CCTV footage to build an airtight case, while the minor victim receives counseling and medical support to cope up with the trauma.

The arrest comes amid a grim wave of similar allegations that shaken Bengal's healthcare sector, amplifying calls for comprehensive reforms. This incident at SSKM hosipital isn't isolated; it echoes recent horrors, like the assault claims against a traffic home guard at Sarat Chandra Chattopadhyay Govt. Medical College & Hospital (Jadurberia Campus), Uluberia and the alleged gang rape case at a Durgapur's private medical college recently that still resulted in detentions after a victim's courtroom testimony. Yet, in the face of these recurring nightmares, the swift police action here offers a sliver of hope, signaling that accountability can prevail. For now, the focus remains on justice for the young survivor, whose bravery in speaking out could spark the change needed to safeguard the most vulnerable among us.