New Delhi: State of West Bengal continues to grapple with a disturbing surge in crimes against women. Despite previous incidents that should have prompted stringent action, the trend of atrocities shows no sign of abating. The latest incident involves the sexual abuse of a minor at Howrah District Hospital, spotlighting the dire state of womens safety in the region.Incident occured at Howrah District Hospital, video surfacesOn August 28, a 12-year-old girl, admitted for chest pain, became the victim of a heinous act by a hospital technician. This shocking event unfolded during a routine CT scan on August 31, leading to immediate police intervention. The accused technician was quickly caught by the Howrah police, highlighting the gravity of the situation.In a shocking incident at Howrah Hospital, staff members were caught red-handed attempting to commit a heinous act with a minor girl patient in the CT scan room. This appalling incident reflects the dire state of womens safety in hospitals across West Bengal. When even hospitals… pic.twitter.com/bYNV7jOLle— Agnimitra Paul BJP (@paulagnimitra1) September 1, 2024Similar case in Krishnaganj, NadiaConcurrently, another distressing case emerged from Krishnaganj, where a minor was allegedly raped by a neighbor while returning home. The perpetrator not only committed the crime but also threatened the young victim, adding to the horror of her ordeal.Amit Maviya lashes outBJP IT cell head Amit Malviya has not hesitated to criticize the Mamata Banerjee government over these incidents. He pointed out on social media, In West Bengal, four new cases of sexual harassment have been registered on the first day of September, 2024. West Bengal is the most unsafe state for women under Mamata Banerjees tenure as CM. Malviyas critique underscores the oppositions demand for accountability, calling for Banerjees resignation and the establishment of fast-track courts for rape and POCSO cases.These incidents are not isolated but part of a larger pattern that demands immediate and robust action from the state government. The safety of women in West Bengal hangs in the balance, with public and political figures alike calling for reforms to ensure justice and safety.
