West Bengal Sexual Assault Allegations Draw Outcry and Government Scrutiny
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Women in Sandeshkhali, West Bengal allege systemic sexual exploitation by local Trinamool Congress members at party offices. The allegations are against Sheikh Shahjahan who is currently absconding.
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Mamata Banerjee and her ministers evade directly addressing the allegations. BJP leaders protest and accuse the state government of inaction.
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Lok Sabha MP Nusrat Jahan from the region breaks silence after being questioned for posting on social media while silent on the issue.
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National Commission for Women says police are intimidating victims instead of filing complaints. Calcutta High Court takes suo motu cognizance.
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Allegations also include illegal transfer of tribal land in the region. The Court seeks state government report on allegations by February 20.