Sanjay Roy Receives Life Sentence in RG Kar Medical College Murder and Rape Case

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Sanjay Roy, 33, was sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering Moumita in August 2024 and fined ₹50,000, with ₹17 lakh compensation for her family

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Sanjay Roy was sentenced for raping and murdering a doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College, with the court ruling the crime not "rarest of rare"

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Sanjay Roy's lawyer argued for reformation, stating the court must justify why the convict is beyond rehabilitation

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The victim's family lawyer sought the death sentence, while Roy denied the crime, claiming wrongful accusation during sentencing

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The victim's family lawyer sought the death sentence, while Roy denied the crime, claiming wrongful accusation during sentencing

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The victim's family lawyer sought the death sentence, while Roy denied the crime, claiming wrongful accusation during sentencing

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Sanjay Roy claimed he was framed, despite strong evidence against him. The case continues to spark public debate

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The RG Kar Medical College murder has sparked concerns about the safety of medical professionals, particularly women, in demanding work environments

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