New Delhi, August 15, 2024: Leading Bollywood celebrities, including Hrithik Roshan, Kriti Sanon, and Samantha, have joined the growing public outcry for justice following the horrific rape and murder of a 31-year-old trainee doctor at Kolkata’s RG Kar Medical College. The tragic incident has sparked massive protests across the nation, with calls for stricter laws to protect women from such heinous crimes, reported India Today.
Hrithik Roshan took to social media to express his outrage and solidarity with the victim’s family. In a heartfelt post on X, he emphasized the critical need for women’s safety and pledged his support to the family “in seeking justice for their daughter.” He also voiced concern for the doctors who were attacked in the wake of the incident.
The case has escalated quickly, with a civic volunteer being arrested, and the Calcutta High Court transferring the investigation to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The nationwide protests, which have seen thousands take to the streets, reflect the deep anger and frustration over the ongoing violence against women in India.
Celebrities like Alia Bhatt, Ayushmann Khurrana, Sara Ali Khan, and others have also raised their voices, joining the collective demand for an end to such brutality. As the country grapples with the tragic loss, the public and influential figures alike are pushing for swift justice and systemic change to ensure the safety and dignity of women.
