In a viral video circulating on social media, Durga Roy, a Hindu woman residing in Shantineketan, Bolpur town, West Bengal, accuses local goons of destroying her temple and unlawfully occupying her land with the assistance of the police. Roy alleges that she was thrashed in front of the police and later arrested, with the authorities deleting evidence of the incident from her phone.
According to Roy, she was targeted by individuals identified as Sheikh Hasan and local TMC councillor Chandan Mondal, who she claims conspired to demolish her temple and seize her land. Despite filing complaints with the Superintendent of Police and Women’s Commission, Roy asserts that she has yet to receive justice.
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"Trinamool councilors have demolished Hindu temples with the help of police "
My temple was vandalized by Trinamool councilor with the help of police and when I recorded the video, the police took me to the station and beat me up and deleted my videos. This is… pic.twitter.com/sFNnX6XSYj
— ᴅᴇʙᴀᴊɪᴛ ꜱᴀʀᴋᴀʀ🇮🇳 (@debajits3110) April 1, 2024
Roy further alleges that the police, instead of assisting her, aided the encroachment on her property. She recounts being subjected to verbal abuse and constant threats, forcing her to remain confined to her home out of fear for her safety. Roy, a single mother raising two children, appeals for justice and expresses willingness to abide by the judiciary’s decision.
Turmoil in Sandeshkhali Highlights Atrocities Against Women
The unrest in Sandeshkhali village, North 24 Parganas district, brings attention to the plight of women subjected to violence and land grabbing by former TMC leader Sheikh Shahjahan and his associates. Multiple women have come forward with accounts of sexual violence and land usurpation, leading to their protest and subsequent arrest of the perpetrators.
Despite the seriousness of the situation, political figures such as Mamata Banerjee and TMC spokespersons have been accused of downplaying the severity of the crimes. Statements dismissing the violence as trivial matters or seeking video evidence to substantiate claims have sparked outrage and further exacerbated tensions in the community.
Calls for Justice Amid Political Controversy
As the victims demand justice, political leaders continue to face criticism for their handling of the situation. Accusations of indifference and attempts to deflect attention away from the issue have sparked public outcry and calls for accountability.
The ongoing turmoil in Sandeshkhali underscores the urgent need for addressing gender-based violence and ensuring the safety and security of women in the region. As the investigation progresses, the community awaits a resolution that delivers justice and prevents similar incidents from occurring in the future.
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