A political storm has erupted within the Trinamool Congress (TMC) after senior party MP Kalyan Banerjee made controversial comments regarding the rape of a law college student in Kolkata. The accused, all reportedly affiliated with the party&rsquo;s student wing TMCP, have already been arrested.
Banerjee sparked outrage by stating that authorities can't always prevent such incidents when a "friend rapes a friend." His remarks were swiftly disowned by the Trinamool Congress, which issued an official statement condemning the statement and reaffirming the party&rsquo;s zero tolerance towards crimes against women.
Further tension surfaced when fellow MP Mahua Moitra posted on X, subtly criticising Banerjee without naming him:
"Misogyny in India cuts across party lines. What differentiates @AITCofficial is that we condemn these disgusting comments no matter who makes them."
Banerjee fired back, accusing Moitra of opportunism, questioning her leadership in Krishnanagar, and making personal attacks related to her recent marriage and political career.
&ldquo;I will not accept that a political colleague can rape another colleague. If I&rsquo;m condemned for saying that, so be it,&rdquo; said Banerjee.
The internal clash has intensified pressure on the party leadership, already facing public scrutiny over the TMCP&rsquo;s alleged involvement in the case. Meanwhile, calls for stricter action and transparency within the party are growing.
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Trinamool Faces Internal Rift Over Kolkata Law Student Rape Case

MP Kalyan Banerjee clashes with party, Mahua Moitra over remarks on TMCP-linked rape accused

Trinamool Faces Internal Rift Over Kolkata Law Student Rape Case

MP Kalyan Banerjee clashes with party, Mahua Moitra over remarks on TMCP-linked rape accused

June 29, 2025 | 21:21 IST