Archive · 29 Jun 2025
Political Storm Erupts Over Kolkata Gangrape Case
Following an alleged gang-rape at a Kolkata law college, a TMC leader made comments about the victim that caused outrage.
Other politicians within the same party also shared differing views, leading to internal conflict and the issuance of a notice to a fellow party member.
The police are taking further investigative steps by planning DNA tests.
A TMC leader's comments about the victim of an alleged gang-rape sparked controversy within the party.
Kamarhati MLA Madan Mitra questioned the victim's presence at the college.
TMC MP Subrata Bakshi issued a show cause notice to Madan Mitra for his remarks.
Serampore MP Kalyan Banerjee expressed his dislike for fellow MP Mahua Moitra, criticizing her actions.
The police decided to conduct DNA tests of the accused and the victim.
- Who
- Madan Mitra, Subrata Bakshi, Kalyan Banerjee, and Mahua Moitra.
- What
- Political reactions and comments following an alleged gang-rape at South Calcutta Law College.
- When
- June 2024, ongoing discussions and investigations.
- Where
- South Calcutta Law College, Kolkata.
- Why
- The incident has caused political division and controversy, especially due to comments made about the victim.
Internal TMC Debate
Different viewpoints
Victim Blaming
Internal TMC Debate
Madan Mitra questioned the victim's actions, sparking criticism.
Different viewpoints
Other TMC members condemned the comments.
Inter-Party Conflict
Internal TMC Debate
Kalyan Banerjee criticized Mahua Moitra for her comments.
Different viewpoints
Mahua Moitra criticized those who are misogynistic across party lines.
- Incident
- Alleged gang-rape
- Location
- South Calcutta Law College, Kolkata
- Politicians involved
- Madan Mitra, Kalyan Banerjee, Mahua Moitra, Subrata Bakshi
- Disciplinary Action
- Show cause notice issued to Madan Mitra
- Police Action
- DNA tests of the accused and the victim
Sources
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