Political Tensions Rise as BJP Demands Mamata Banerjee's Resignation

In the aftermath of the alleged gang rape of a law student in Kolkata, Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader Gourav Vallabh has called for the immediate resignation of West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Vallabh claims that the ruling Trinamool Congress (TMC) consistently protects the accused in such cases.

This demand comes amid allegations that the accused has ties to TMC, a claim Vallabh says highlights the lack of support for victims' families. The incident has positioned the TMC as synonymous with gender-based atrocities, according to Vallabh, and he argues that Banerjee's resignation is crucial for justice.

In a related development, TMC has issued a show cause notice to party leader Madan Mitra over comments he made that were widely criticized for victim-blaming. Mitra suggested the incident was avoidable if the victim had acted differently, prompting backlash. TMC has condemned the crime and initiated disciplinary actions within its ranks.