Bengal RG Kar rape-murder case not President’s rule, needs speedy justice; Strict rules for OTT: RSS

The rape and murder of a trainee doctor at Kolkata's RG Kar Medical College and Hospital took center stage in the three-day Samanvaya Baithak organized by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) in Palakkad, Kerala. Ends Monday.

Despite expressing concern over the incident, the RSS reiterated its stance against the imposition of President's rule in West Bengal, saying such action would “destabilize the democratically elected government”. The RSS, however, urged the government to review the law to speed up the process of justice and demanded regulation of certain types of content on OTT and entertainment platforms.

“Th RSS has called for strict regulation of specific types of content on OTT platforms and other forms of entertainment media. The group has pointed out a disturbing trend where individuals involved in heinous crimes are often found consuming specific types of content for extended periods of time content,” said Sunil Ambekar (national publicity chief) of RSS Akhil Bharatiya Prachar Pramukh.

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The RSS stressed that such content not only desensitizes individuals but may also encourage deviant and insane behavior, leading to moral and social decay in society. They urged the government to take immediate action to restrict access to such content and emphasize the protection of social values.

Responding to the demand to impose President's Rule in Bengal, Ambedkar said, “This is a call from the government, but the RSS believes that such measures will undermine the democratic process and destabilize the elected government. Instead, we call for a more thoughtful approach, The state government is urged to take prompt and appropriate action to address the issue rather than resorting to extreme measures.

A senior RSS official said the RSS's dual stance – supporting democratic stability while advocating for stricter media regulation – underscores its broader concern about preserving the integrity of governance and the moral fabric of society.

The functionary added that after the tragic incident involving a resident female doctor in West Bengal, the need to revisit and strengthen women's laws has never been more urgent.

More than 472 women's conferences have been held across the country, with more than 500,000 women participating. The consensus is clear. The RSS said the government needs to expedite legal proceedings and ensure timely justice for the victims.

Regarding the alleged persecution of Hindus in Bangladesh, the RSS and its affiliated organizations have expressed their stance, promoting support from the international community and urging the Indian government to take a firm stance. Detailed reports submitted by various organizations paint a grim picture, and the urgency of addressing these issues is clear.

“This is not just a diplomatic issue; this is a humanitarian crisis,” Ambedkar said.