Kolkata witnessed police action against protesters during the ‘Nabanna Abhijan’ march. The rally commemorated the anniversary of a doctor's rape and murder at RG Kar Medical College. The victim's family alleged police obstruction despite court permission. Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari urged BJP workers to join. Security measures included barricades and traffic halts.
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