'History-sheeter' and campus leader: Profile of Kolkata gangrape accused
Kolkata Police have arrested lawyer Monojit Mishra after a South Calcutta Law College student reported being gangraped in the campus security guard's room on June 25.
Mishra, along with two students, Zaib Ahmed and Pramit Mukherjee, and the security guard—all linked to the college—were named in the case.
The incident has sparked outrage among students and the public, with many demanding swift justice.
Lawyer had several criminal cases against him
Mishra already had several criminal cases against him, including sexual harassment and theft. He was once part of the Trinamool Congress student wing, but has now been dropped by the party.
His hiring at the college is also under scrutiny, as officials claim his recruitment bypassed regular recommendations.
The case has raised tough questions about campus safety and how colleges handle background checks for staff.