How Is the Kasba Law College Rape Case Evolving?
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Synopsis
The family of a law college student, victim of a gang-rape incident at Kasba, South Kolkata, is fighting for their right to participate in a PIL for a CBI investigation. This case has raised significant concerns about the involvement of victims' families in legal proceedings, highlighting the ongoing struggle for justice in such sensitive matters.
Key Takeaways
- Victim's family seeks involvement in the ongoing PIL.
- Public interest litigation aims for a CBI investigation.
- Police have made arrests within 24 hours of the complaint.
- Current investigation is under the Detective Department.
- Importance of including victim's family in legal processes.
Kolkata, July 3 (NationPress) The family of the law college student, who tragically became a victim of gang-rape at her college in Kasba, South Kolkata last week, has approached the Calcutta High Court, requesting to be included as a party in the public interest litigation (PIL) that seeks a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) inquiry into the incident.
The initial hearing on this PIL is scheduled for later today at a division bench of the court.
The petitioners, mainly advocates practicing in the Calcutta High Court, did not include the victim’s family in their petition. They contended that since their case does not argue against the law college student, who is the victim, there was no need to involve her or her family.
The victim’s family believes they have the right to participate in the PIL, as the victim is a member of their family, and they wish to voice their arguments in the case.
Currently, the victim’s family is inclined to trust the ongoing investigation by the Kolkata Police for the time being, rather than immediately calling for a CBI inquiry.
As of Wednesday, the investigation was transferred to the Detective Department of Kolkata Police.
The local Kasba Police initiated the investigation and arrested the three main suspects within 24 hours of the victim filing her complaint on June 25.
A special investigating team (SIT), led by an officer at the level of Assistant Commissioner of Police, was also formed to look into the case. However, the city police's higher authorities decided to shift the investigation to the Detective Department on Wednesday.
The PIL requesting a CBI investigation was filed on June 30 before the division bench of Justice Soumen Sen and Justice Smita Das.
The petitioners are also seeking a fast-track hearing. On June 30, the division bench instructed the petitioners to issue notices to all relevant parties. Subsequently, notices were sent out by the petitioners, excluding the family members of the victim.
Point of View
I recognize the critical importance of victims' families in legal cases. Their voices should not be sidelined; they are integral to the pursuit of justice. The ongoing police investigation deserves scrutiny, and the family's request to participate in the PIL underscores the need for transparency and accountability.
NationPress
03/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What incident prompted the PIL?
The PIL was prompted by a gang-rape incident involving a law college student in Kasba, South Kolkata.
What is the family's request concerning the PIL?
The victim's family is seeking to be included as a party in the PIL that calls for a CBI inquiry into the case.
What is the current status of the investigation?
The investigation has been handed over to the Detective Department of Kolkata Police, with initial arrests made shortly after the victim's complaint.
Who filed the PIL?
The PIL was filed by a group of advocates practicing at the Calcutta High Court.
Is there a possibility of a CBI inquiry?
While the family is currently trusting the Kolkata Police investigation, they are advocating for their right to join the PIL, which seeks a CBI inquiry.
