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Crime
High Court Criticizes CBI in RG Kar Rape-Murder Case
✍️ The Times of India
🗓 07 Aug 2026, 08:23 AM
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The Delhi High Court has publicly rebuked the CBI for its handling of the RG Kar rape‑murder case, calling the investigation inadequate and urging a fresh probe.
The Delhi High Court has issued a scathing critique of the Central Bureau of Investigation's handling of the rape‑murder case involving RG Kar.
In its order, the court highlighted lapses in the investigative process and expressed concern over the thoroughness of the evidence collection.
The court has demanded that the CBI re‑examine the case and take corrective measures to ensure a fair and transparent investigation.
This development marks a significant turn in the legal proceedings, as the High Court’s remarks could prompt a reassessment of the investigative strategy and potentially lead to a new inquiry.
In its order, the court highlighted lapses in the investigative process and expressed concern over the thoroughness of the evidence collection.
The court has demanded that the CBI re‑examine the case and take corrective measures to ensure a fair and transparent investigation.
This development marks a significant turn in the legal proceedings, as the High Court’s remarks could prompt a reassessment of the investigative strategy and potentially lead to a new inquiry.