New Delhi: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday condemned the alleged Durgapur rape incident, terming it "despicable and painful" and prayed for the survivor's earliest recovery.

Pradhan called upon West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to ensure a fair probe, swift action, and strict punishment for the perpetrators.

Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan's Tweet

"The incident in Durgapur, West Bengal, involving a medical student from Odisha is despicable and painful. Have learnt that the survivor is receiving medical care. Pray for her earliest recovery. Such shameful incidents and crimes against women have no place in society. Call upon CM Mamata Banerjee to ensure a fair probe, swift action and strictest punishment to the perpetrators of this horrific crime," the 'X

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