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Baruipur Rape Case Triggers Political Turmoil in West Bengal

A brutal rape and murder of a 12-year-old girl in Baruipur has ignited a fierce political confrontation, drawing accusations of government negligence and obstruction. While two suspects remain in custody, the tragedy has devolved into a bitter blame game between the Trinamool Congress and the central BJP leadership.

Congress spokesperson Pawan Khera cautioned against weaponizing sexual violence for political gain, demanding that the gravity of the Baruipur incident transcend party lines. His appeal follows a chaotic scene where Mamata Banerjee alleged she was effectively placed under house arrest after police cordoned off her route to the victim’s home.

Abhishek Banerjee intensified the pressure on the BJP-led government, labeling the state’s safety apparatus a failure. Despite the escalating rhetoric, investigators confirmed the arrest of two individuals connected to the crime, signaling movement in a case that has paralyzed local administration and heightened tensions across West Bengal.

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