National Commission for Women (NCW) member Archana Majumdar visited Durgapur to investigate the recent gangrape case, following directions from the NCW chairperson to take suo motu cognisance.

Majumdar met with the victim’s family, students, and local authorities, including the Superintendent of Police (SP) and the Officer-in-Charge (OC).

“I had a conversation with my chairperson. She told me to take immediate Suo Moto cognisance of the case, reach the place, and meet the victim. I talked with the authorities… I had a talk with the students and parents of the victim. Then I spoke with the police, the SP, and the OC… We will put our report on the next working day,” she said.

She further said that the police have identified five suspects, arrested three, and are preparing to file a charge

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