What Doubts Surround the Vice-Principal's Attendance Marking in the Kasba Law College Rape Case?
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Synopsis
The ongoing probe into the Kasba Law College rape case reveals intriguing details about the vice-principal's attendance marking. With significant gaps in the recorded times, investigators are delving deeper to uncover the truth behind the events on that fateful night.
Key Takeaways
- Attendance records raise significant questions
- Investigation transferred to Detective Department
- Charges expanded to include abduction and injury
- Concerns about college governance and student safety
- Ongoing scrutiny of past complaints against the accused
Kolkata, July 7 (NationPress) The attendance log maintained by the vice-principal of South Calcutta Law College (New Campus) in Kasba, south Kolkata, on June 25, the night a student was raped on campus, has sparked significant intrigue among investigating officials.
Last week, detectives seized three critical documents from the college: the register that records the minutes of meetings held by the college's governing body, documents regarding the contractual hiring of one of the main accused, Monojit Mishra, and the attendance records for both teaching and non-teaching staff.
Upon reviewing the attendance records, it was found that while the entry and exit times for the vice-principal, Nayna Chatterji, were noted as 9:50, the corresponding a.m. or p.m. was not indicated, as confirmed by a city police insider.
This raises two possibilities: she may have recorded her entry at 9:50 a.m. and exited at 9:50 p.m., placing her on the premises during the timeframe of the crime, which occurred between 7:30 p.m. and 10 p.m. Alternatively, it is also possible that she recorded her entry at 9:50 a.m. and left the premises immediately, marking the same time for her exit, a scenario that seems implausible.
The police are currently probing the unclear attendance record of the vice-principal from June 25. Chatterji has remained completely unreachable by the media over recent days.
Investigators have begun reviewing the minutes from prior governing body meetings over the past few months to determine whether the governing body addressed previous complaints of misconduct, violence, and even sexual harassment involving Mishra.
Last week, the investigation was transferred to the Detective Department of the city police, which has initiated its inquiry by adding more serious charges against the three main suspects.
Prior to the Detective Department's involvement, the three accused were charged solely with rape. However, additional charges of abduction and causing injuries with weapons have since been incorporated.
While Mishra has been pinpointed as the primary instigator of the rape, the other two arrested suspects, Jaib Ahmed and Pramit Mukhopadhyay, have been identified as accomplices in the offense.
Point of View
I emphasize the importance of transparency and accountability in educational institutions. The ambiguity surrounding the vice-principal's attendance record raises serious concerns about leadership and oversight in protecting students within academic environments. We must demand answers.
NationPress
22/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened at South Calcutta Law College?
A student was raped on the campus on June 25, prompting an investigation into the incident.
What discrepancies were found in the vice-principal's attendance?
The recorded entry and exit times were both marked as 9:50 without specifying a.m. or p.m., leading to questions about her presence during the crime.
Who are the main accused in this case?
The main accused is Monojit Mishra, with Jaib Ahmed and Pramit Mukhopadhyay identified as facilitators.
What charges have been filed against the accused?
Initially charged with rape, the accused now face additional charges of abduction and causing injuries.
How is the investigation progressing?
The Detective Department has taken over the case, reviewing prior complaints and examining college governance.
