Banerjee added that private colleges must ensure the safety of their students. She urged young women, especially those living in hostels, to remain cautious while moving outside at night. “Everyone is free to go anywhere, but safety must come first,” she said, stressing that no culprit will be spared.

Three people — Sheikh Reajuddin, Apu Bauri, and Firdos Seikh — were arrested on Sunday for the gang-rape of a second-year medical student from Odisha. Police have launched a search for two more suspects. The student was allegedly attacked after going out for dinner with a friend.

According to police, the men followed the duo, chased away the friend, and assaulted the student. The National Commission for Women has demanded an action report from the Bengal DGP within five days.

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According to police, Chennuru and the victim were friends. Around 3 am, he allegedly demanded sexual favours. When the woman refused, he stabbed her in the back with a kitchen knife, causing minor injuries.He then stripped the victim, took explicit photographs, and demanded ₹70,000. Before fleeing, he reportedly transferred ₹17,000 from her phone. The victim later contacted a friend, who admitted her to a private hospital.

A police case was filed for attempt to murder, sexual harassment, assault, and extortion. Chennuru was caught by residents when he returned in the evening and handed over to police. He is in judicial custody, while authorities continue their investigation.

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