West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Sunday made a shocking statement on the alleged gang-rape of a medical student in Durgapur, advising colleges not to allow girls to go outside at night. The statement drew sharp criticism from the BJP, which called her a “blot on womanhood” and sought her resignation.

“I’m shocked to see the incident, but private medical colleges should also take care of their students, and especially girls. The girls should not be allowed to go outside (college) at night. They have to protect themselves also. There is a forest area,” Mamata said.

A second-year student of a private medical college was allegedly gang-raped in Durgapur. The survivor is from Jaleswar, Odisha.

Mamata condemned the incident and promised strong action against the perpetrators. “No

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