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Team India’s T20I captain, Suryakumar Yadav, took to social media on Sunday, August 18, to express his deep concerns over the gruesome rape and murder case that recently occurred in Kolkata, shocking the entire nation. The incident, which took place on August 9 at the seminar hall of RG Kar Medical College and Hospital, involved a trainee doctor who was brutally assaulted and killed. Since the horrifying details emerged, protests have erupted across the country, with medical professionals staging a 24-hour strike in solidarity.
In response to the tragedy, Suryakumar shared a powerful message on his Instagram story, urging the need for societal change. The post, which began with the phrase “Protect your daughter,” had the words struck out and was followed by a more emphatic call to action: “Educate your brother and your son and your father and your husband and your friends.”
This strong stance from Suryakumar highlights the importance of shifting the focus towards educating men on sensitivity, respect, and the need to protect women. His message underscores that true protection for women begins with changing the mindset of men.
Suryakumar Yadav is not the only cricketer to speak out against this heinous crime. Earlier, Team India pacer Mohammed Siraj shared his outrage and grief on social media, condemning the brutality and calling for justice. The collective voices of prominent sports personalities like Suryakumar and Siraj amplify the demand for change and bring attention to the urgent need for societal reform after such tragedies.
