BJP Attacks mamata banerjee Over Durgapur Incident; Opposition Slams TMC Government
Background
The mamata Banerjee-led TMC government in West bengal is facing intense criticism from the opposition following the brutal attack on a medical student in Durgapur. The incident has sparked a political storm, with bjp leaders accusing the state government of failing to maintain law and order.
BJP's Response
Union minister Sukanta Majumdar has strongly criticized chief minister mamata banerjee, claiming her statements on the incident are false. He pointed out that the attack took place outside the medical college campus and not within the premises, calling it a failure of the state administration.
Majumdar accused the TMC government of inefficiency in handling investigations and allowing such crimes to occur. He questioned the government's commitment to providing justice, especially after repeated incidents of violence in the state.
Governor's Remarks
West bengal governor C.V. anand Bose has also raised concerns about the increasing frequency of such incidents, urging the government to take action. He emphasized that the government needs to be more proactive in addressing the situation.
Women’s Commission Chairperson’s Demands
Odisha State Women's Commission Chairperson Sovana Mohanty has called for swift justice in the case, urging Mamata Banerjee to ensure the victim receives the best medical care and for the culprits to be tried in fast-track courts.
Mamata Banerjee’s Response
Mamata Banerjee, breaking her silence on october 12, condemned the incident, stating that her government has zero tolerance for such crimes. She confirmed the arrest of three accused and assured the public that police are on the lookout for others.
She also stressed that private colleges should be responsible for ensuring security both inside and around their campuses but later clarified that her words had been misinterpreted by the media.
This incident continues to fuel the political debate surrounding the state government's handling of law and order issues.
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