"The state government has failed the deadline and hence we are starting the fast unto death, which will continue till our demands are fulfilled. To maintain transparency, we have installed CCTV cameras at the dais where our colleagues are holding the fast,

Junior doctors in Kolkata are on a hunger strike in front of the state government demanding justice in the Kolkata rape-murder case.

The doctors have taken the decision to press the Mamata Banerjee government on various demands, including ensuring their safety and security at all medical establishments.

Today's hearing in the Supreme Court is anticipated to be crucial, as junior doctors have indicated that their decision to resume the ceasework protest will depend on the government's submission in the court.

The Supreme Court is scheduled to hear the case related to the murder and alleged rape of a junior doctor at the RG Kar Medical College and Hospital

Junior doctors and citizens in West Bengal held torch rallies demanding justice for the victim of the Kolkata rape-murder case and calling for improved security in hospitals.

It has almost been two months since the gruesome rape and murder of a trainee doctor of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, in the seminar hall during her night shift. An investigation in the case is underway and the CJI DY Chandrachud-led Supreme Court bench is scheduled to hear the Kolkata Rape and Murder Case today.

The renewed protests were also sparked after an alleged assault on three doctors and three nurses at Sagore Dutta Hospital.