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STORY: The trial of a police volunteer accused of raping and murdering a doctor at an Indian government hospital began on Monday.The murder sparked outrage - and huge protests - over the lack of safety for women in India.India's federal police said that the woman's body was found in a classroom at a hospital in Kolkata on August 9.Police volunteer Sanjay Roy was arrested for the crime, police said.Charges were drawn up last week. Roy said he was innocent and being framed, local media reported.The case has reignited criticism of India's poor record on women's safety despite the introduction of tougher laws.It also shines a light on the poor infrastructure and security at government hospitals in India, many of which lack basic facilities such as restrooms for doctors, CCTV cameras and security personnel.Around 128 witnesses will be examined during the trial in West Bengal state, court sources told Reuters.Authorities are looking to fast-track the high-profile case and hearings will take place daily.They will not be open to the public.One source, speaking on condition of anonymity, said the father of the alleged victim gave evidence on Monday.India's federal police also arrested the officer in charge of the local police station and the superintendent of the hospital for allegedly tampering with evidence, as well as financial irregularities.