Brinda Karat Slams TMC Over Kolkata Gang-Rape, Says Bengal Has Become Unsafe for Women
Brinda Karat Slams TMC Over Kolkata Gang-Rape, Says Bengal Has Become Unsafe for Women
New Delhi, India – June 28, 2025:
CPI(M) leader Brinda Karat has launched a scathing attack on the Trinamool Congress (TMC) government over the alleged gang-rape of a female student at South Calcutta Law College, calling West Bengal “one of the most unsafe places for women” under TMC rule.
Speaking to ANI, Karat said:
“This is a highly condemnable crime taking place inside a law campus. It is happening because of the impunity that rapists and criminals enjoy under the TMC government.”
TMC Accused of Protecting Rapists
Karat alleged that the main accused in the current case is a known TMC student leader who was given a job by the campus administration, suggesting direct political patronage in protecting those who foster a “rape culture”.
She also referred to a past incident:
“After the RG Kar Medical College case, it was clear that the TMC government patronises and protects those responsible for such heinous crimes.”
“Bengal Unsafe for Women” – Karat’s Sharp Remarks
Condemning the law and order situation, Karat added:
“The TMC government is singularly responsible for making Bengal one of the most unsafe places in India for women.”
Case Background and Ongoing Probe
The incident occurred on Wednesday at South Calcutta Law College in Kolkata’s Kasba area, where a female student was allegedly gang-raped inside the campus.
So far, police have arrested:
- Monojit Mishra (31)
- Zaib Ahmed (19)
- Pramit Mukhopadhyay (20)
- Pinaki Banerjee (55) – college security guard
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has also taken suo motu cognisance. NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has called for a time-bound probe under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
Political Turmoil
The case has triggered a political storm, with CPI(M), BJP, and other opposition parties accusing the TMC of shielding accused individuals allegedly linked to the ruling party. The controversy continues to deepen, with national leaders calling for accountability and action.
