Mamata Banerjee's statement on the MBBS student rape case in Durgapur has sparked controversy. The BJP termed it a 'stain on womanhood' and demanded the Chief Minister's resignation. Debate continues on social media and in political circles.
Durgapur Rape Case: The rape (Rape Case) of a medical student in Durgapur, West Bengal, has ignited political and social debate across the state and the country. The matter came to light when the student, originally from Odisha, was studying at a private college in Durgapur. According to the incident, the student had gone out of her hostel with a friend at night for dinner. Three individuals then abducted her and took her to a forest where they raped her.
This incident has raised serious questions about women's safety (Women Safety). Anger is being expressed across the country over this matter, and b action is being demanded from the government.
Mamata Banerjee's Statement
On this matter, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee made a statement, which further intensified the political controversy. Mamata Banerjee questioned why the student went out of the hostel in the middle of the night. She also advised female students not to go out alone late at night, especially those who have come to West Bengal from other states for studies, emphasizing that they should adhere to hostel rules.
Mamata's statement proved controversial from both a social and political perspective. Her implication was that female students should ensure their own safety, but political parties termed it a statement that blamed the victim.
BJP's Strong Protest: 'A Stain on Womanhood'
Following Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee's statement, the West Bengal BJP (BJP) criticized her and called it 'a stain on the name of womanhood'. BJP leaders stated that CM Mamata Banerjee blamed the victim herself, whereas attention should have been focused on the perpetrators of the incident.
The BJP asserted that when the head of the state does not stand with women in their time of distress, it is not appropriate for her to hold state power. Following this statement, the BJP demanded Mamata Banerjee's resignation.
