IIM Calcutta rape case: Complainant unreachable; has declined medical test
The alleged rape case at IIM Calcutta has hit a snag—the complainant, a psychological counselor who reported being drugged and raped in the boys' hostel, is currently unreachable and has missed two court dates.
Prosecutor Shourin Ghoshal said her phone is switched off, making it tough for investigators to move forward.
Police reviewing CCTV footage from July 11
Ghoshal stressed that her testimony is "important," though police are now relying on forensic evidence while also reviewing CCTV footage from July 11.
The situation is complicated by conflicting stories—her father says it was actually a car accident, while the accused student's lawyer claims everything was consensual.
The complainant has also declined a medical test, which has slowed the process even more.
Police say they're committed to a thorough investigation and have reiterated their zero-tolerance stance on such cases.