Accused arrested by Kotwali Police; BJP denies links while locals demand exemplary punishment.
Aaj Khabor (English) [State News], Khariya, Jalpaiguri, 04/03/2026 : A shocking allegation of rape inside a party office of the Bharatiya Janata Party has triggered widespread outrage in Jalpaiguri district. The incident reportedly took place in the Vivekanandapally area under Kharia Gram Panchayat on the outskirts of Jalpaiguri town.
According to sources, a mentally unstable woman was allegedly assaulted inside the BJP party office premises. The accused has been arrested by the Kotwali Police Station. Local residents have strongly demanded exemplary punishment for the accused.
However, BJP leaders have denied that the accused is associated with the party, stating that he only stayed at the party office at night for security purposes and was not an official party worker. BJP workers from the area have also condemned the incident.
Meanwhile, some locals claim that despite the party’s denial, the accused was indeed linked to the BJP. The survivor has been admitted to hospital for medical examination. Police sources confirmed that the arrested individual will be produced before the court.
The Kotwali Police of Jalpaiguri have initiated a detailed investigation into the matter. Sources further stated that a psychological assessment of the survivor may be conducted before the completion of the medical examination.
The incident has sparked significant political tension in the region.
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