Indians demand justice from Switzerland for RG Kar victim, stage candel protest

Protests against the rape and murder of a woman doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata have spread beyond India's borders, igniting global outrage. Expatriate Indians in countries like Germany, Australia, Britain, New Zealand, and now Switzerland have taken to the streets, demanding justice.

In Switzerland, Indian expatriates held a silent candlelight protest, with participants holding posters bearing messages like "Bichar Chai" (We Want Justice) and calls for unity against injustice. People of all ages, including children, joined the protest, showing their solidarity with the victim.

Protesters emphasized the global significance of the incident, stating, "What happened to RG is an important issue for all of us as Bengalis, Indians, and global citizens." They expressed their determination to bring about social change, calling for the movement to continue until justice is served.

The tragic incident at RG Kar Hospital on August 9 has galvanized people from various fields, with women often leading the protests. The outrage is not confined to Bengal or India but has resonated with the Indian diaspora worldwide. Alongside the demand for justice in the RG Kar case, there is also a growing call for the safety of women in workplaces across the globe.