intimidation.
In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves across Kolkata, a
young woman was allegedly gang-raped at a reputed Law College in the city on
Thursday. The incident, which reportedly took place inside a security room on
campus, has once again brought the spotlight on women’s safety and the state’s
law and order situation.
According to police reports, the survivor had been cornered and forcibly
taken to a secluded room where three individuals assaulted her physically and
sexually. The attackers are alleged to have pressured her to join the youth
wing of a political party. When she refused, she was brutally beaten and raped
multiple times. The assault was allegedly recorded on video by the
perpetrators.
The Kolkata Police have arrested the three accused and stated that an
investigation is ongoing. However, the National Commission for Women (NCW) has
expressed serious concern over the handling of the case and has reportedly
issued a notice, accusing local authorities of not taking cognizance of the
full severity of the offence.
The incident has sparked massive protests across the city, with students,
women’s rights groups, and opposition parties taking to the streets demanding
justice for the survivor and strict action against the accused. Slogans
condemning political interference and inadequate safety for women have echoed
across several areas, including Esplanade, Park Street, and College Street.
Criticism has also mounted against the state government, with many
questioning the response of the Chief Minister—who herself is a woman. “In a
state led by a woman, such incidents are not just criminal but deeply
disappointing,” said a protester outside the State Assembly.
Social media has erupted with calls for justice, with hashtags like
#JusticeForKolkataSurvivor and #SafeCityForWomen trending nationwide.
Doctors at a private hospital have confirmed that the survivor is undergoing
treatment and remains under medical and psychological care. Her condition is
said to be stable, but she is severely traumatized.
Legal experts and activists are calling for fast-track proceedings to ensure
the victim receives justice without delay or political pressure. “This is not
just a crime against one woman; it’s a crime against the conscience of the
city,” said Ananya Sen, a leading women’s rights advocate.
As Kolkata reels from the horror of yet another brutal crime, the incident
has once again raised the urgent need for safer public institutions, unbiased
law enforcement, and a political system that puts humanity before party
loyalty.
We stand in solidarity with the survivor and hope for her swift recovery and
fearless justice.
