Dhruv Rathee Faces Criticism for Social Media Post on Kolkata Rape and Murder Case

Popular YouTuber and influencer Dhruv Rathee is currently facing a huge backlash for his controversial social media post on the tragic rape and murder of a doctor in Kolkata. This incident sent shockwaves across the country and Rathi's actions only added fuel to the fire.

The Incident

On August 9, a trainee doctor was found dead in the seminar hall of RG Carr Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata. Her family believes she was raped and murdered, prompting protests by doctors across the country. The case has received widespread attention, with many young people demanding justice for the doctor.

Dhruv Rathi's Controversial Post

Dhruv Rathee reportedly shared a post on X (formerly Twitter) with the hashtag “Justice For Nirbhaya 2” referring to the horrific incident in Kolkata. However, Rathee soon deleted the story, sparking speculation. Some social media users alleged that West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress government dismissed him out of fear.

Dhruv Rathee Faces Criticism for Social Media Post on Kolkata Rape and Murder Case

Criticism for Revealing Victim's Identity

People quickly pointed out that he should not name the victim. Prashant Umrao, an advocate criticized Rathee and wrote, "When the rape victim is dead or of unsound mind, the victim's name or identity should not be disclosed, even with the consent of the next of kin." Several individuals also questioned why he had removed his prior X post.

Social media Reactions

While some social media users praised Rathee for bringing attention to the issue, others were not so forgiving. Criticism from legal experts and the public puts Rathee in a tough spot, as many see his actions as irresponsible and insensitive.