In a deeply disturbing incident that has shocked the city, a 24-year-old student of South Calcutta Law College has alleged that she was gangraped, physically assaulted, and blackmailed with video footage of the act—inside the premises of her own college. The alleged crime, which took place on the evening of June 25, has led to the arrest of three individuals, including a college staff member and two students.
A Nightmare on Campus
The survivor, a final-year law student, claimed in her complaint that she was not only sexually assaulted but also subjected to threats and physical violence. According to her statement to the police, she was attacked between 7:30 PM and 10:50 PM inside the college campus. What’s more terrifying is her account that the main college gate was deliberately locked, leaving her with no escape route during the hours-long ordeal.
The accused reportedly also recorded the assault on a mobile phone and threatened to leak the footage online if she dared to speak about the incident. This calculated act of intimidation has added another horrifying layer to the survivor’s trauma.
The Accused: Staff and Students
The three arrested men have been identified as Manojit Mishra, a college staff member, Zaib Ahmed, a 19-year-old first-year student, and 20-year-old student Pramit Mukherjee. All three were produced in court and sent to police custody for four days as the investigation proceeds.
Manojit Mishra has emerged as the prime accused, with the survivor stating that he not only led the assault but also issued death threats against her boyfriend. According to the police, mobile phones belonging to all three accused have been seized and sent for forensic examination.
“I Touched His Feet, But He Didn’t Stop…”
The survivor’s detailed and heart-wrenching complaint has exposed the brutality of the incident. Speaking to investigating officers, she recounted, “I tried to fight him off. I cried and told him I loved someone else, that I had a boyfriend. I even touched his feet and begged him to let me go, but he didn’t stop.”
She further alleged that she was struck with a hockey stick during the assault and that while one of the men violated her, the others stood and watched. “He recorded two videos when he was raping me,” she said, highlighting the sickening use of digital blackmail in this crime.
What makes the matter even more grim is her claim that a security guard was present during the incident but failed to intervene or offer any help. According to her, he appeared “helpless” and didn’t attempt to open the gate or contact authorities.
Confirmation from Medical Report
A senior official from the Kolkata Police confirmed that the results of the medical examination conducted on the victim corroborate her allegations. This crucial evidence strengthens the case against the accused and lends legal weight to the survivor’s claims.
Her parents, devastated and in shock, reached out to police immediately after being informed. A formal written complaint was registered on June 26, which swiftly led to the arrests.
Legal Battle Begins Amid Denials
While the survivor’s narrative has prompted public outrage and demands for justice, the legal team representing the accused has denied all allegations. Manojit Mishra’s lawyer, Azam Khan, stated, “These are baseless accusations. My client is innocent and is being falsely implicated due to political rivalry.”
This claim has sparked further controversy, as some allege that the case might be entangled in local power struggles. However, law enforcement officials have so far dismissed any political angle, asserting that the case is being pursued based on solid testimony and forensic evidence.
A Chilling Reminder of Past Horrors
This incident has reignited painful memories for Kolkata residents. Just last year, the city witnessed the rape and murder of an intern inside the RG Kar Medical College. Now, with a similar crime taking place within another academic institution, citizens and student bodies are raising serious concerns about campus safety and administrative responsibility.
The South Calcutta Law College has yet to issue a public statement on the matter. Activists are calling for the suspension of all those involved in any capacity and demanding urgent reform in college security policies.
Justice and Healing
For the survivor, the road ahead is long and fraught with emotional and legal battles. Yet, her courage in speaking out has galvanized support from civil society, students’ unions, and women’s rights organizations across Kolkata. Many have come forward offering legal assistance, counseling, and a safe space for her recovery.
Police investigations continue, with forensic teams working to retrieve any digital evidence from the confiscated devices. Authorities have assured that the case will be dealt with on priority and that justice will not be delayed.
Conclusion
This horrific act on a law college campus—an institution meant to nurture justice and integrity—has shaken the conscience of the city. As details unfold and the legal process takes its course, one truth remains clear: the survivor’s bravery in the face of unimaginable trauma deserves not just support, but swift and unflinching justice.
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