"We are here to ensure their safety": NCW member Archana Majumdar visit Kolkata to investigate gang rape case

Kolkata (West Bengal) [India], June 29 (ANI): National Commission for Women (NCW) member Archana Majumdar on Sunday reiterated the commission's duty to support and protect women in times of crisis, working towards their safety and well-being.
She emphasised the NCW's role in ensuring the safety and support of women in crisis, particularly in cases where crimes are being suppressed.
Majumdar visited Kolkata to investigate the alleged gangrape case at South Calcutta Law College. During her visit, she met with the officer-in-charge and discussed the case's progress.
The NCW team plans to visit the victim's house to assess the situation, understand the family's needs, and evaluate the police's response.
The NCW member was informed that the medical report and FIR were received within a single day, showcasing prompt police action without political interference.
"We have spoken to the officer-in-charge, who informed us that the first visit will be to the girl's house in Champahati, where we will speak with her father, mother, and any other legal guardian. We will ask the family about the current situation, what actually happened, whether proper protection has been given, whether the police took timely and appropriate action, and if the family needs any further help. We will also inquire about the progress of the investigation... Earlier, medical and legal procedures used to take several days, even up to four days. But yesterday, we received the medical report, FIR, in a single day. This shows that if police work without political interference, everything can be done promptly..." Majumdar told ANI.
ajumdar highlighted that crimes against women are a widespread issue, not limited to Kolkata or West Bengal, but require immediate attention and action.
"Such incidents are happening everywhere. Just three days ago, we were in Kalyani for a public hearing about another case, where a man from another community entered a home in broad daylight, raped a woman, and escaped. The police reportedly took no action... Crimes against women are being suppressed in West Bengal, and we are here to ensure their safety, to support them, and to stand by them in times of crisis. That's our duty..." she further added.
Earlier, Senior Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Dilip Ghosh demanded strict action in the alleged gang rape case and said those involved must be arrested based on the victim's statement.
A female student was allegedly gang-raped inside the college premises on Wednesday (June 25). The police have arrested three persons, including the main accused, and a five-member Special team has been formed to investigate the incident.
Speaking to ANI, Ghosh said, "Based on the statement of the victim, everyone involved in the incident should be arrested. We will see what will be disclosed in the investigation. The culprits should be punished.
"Calling the incident "inhumane," the BJP leader expressed concern over what he described as a disturbing trend in West Bengal. "Such inhumane incidents are happening repeatedly in Bengal. Somehow, such incidents are being suppressed," he alleged. (ANI)