TMC leader's controversial remarks on Kolkata gangrape case
TMC leader Madan Mitra is under fire for blaming a female law student in the recent Kolkata gangrape case.
He said, "If that girl had not gone there, this wouldn't have happened," and questioned why she didn't inform anyone or take friends along.
His remarks have drawn strong criticism for shifting responsibility onto the victim instead of the accused.
'What's inside a person...': Mitra tries to distance party
Mitra suggested girls should avoid closed college premises at night and added, "TMC is a big party... What's inside a person, only a psychologist can tell."
He tried to distance his party from those arrested but his comments upset many who felt he was excusing the crime.
Mitra has a history of controversial statements
Mitra is a senior TMC politician from West Bengal known for making controversial statements.
He's been in the spotlight before—not just for his outspoken views but also for being linked to major scandals.