New Delhi [India], October 13 (ANI): BJP National General Secretary Tarun Chugh on Monday strongly criticised West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee over her 'girls should not be allowed to go outside at night' remark after the recent Durgapur rape case, terming it "painful, unfortunate, and insulting."

Chugh accused the Mamata-led government of failing to ensure the safety of women and alleged Bengal has become the most unsafe state in the country.

"Mamata Banerjee's statement is painful, unfortunate and insulting. Instead of ensuring the safety of girls, the Mamata government is giving protection to the criminals. Be it Sandeshkhali, RG Kar and now Durgapur...Bengal has become the most unsafe state in the country," he said.

On Sunday, West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

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