Kolkata Women Gangrape Case: Birthday Celebration Turns into Horror in Regent Park

Shocking Birthday Attack in South Kolkata

A harrowing new case of Kolkata women gangrape has surfaced, involving a 20-year-old woman who was allegedly assaulted by two acquaintances during her birthday celebration. The incident took place on September 5th, when she was taken to a flat in the upscale Regent Park area under the pretext of celebrating her birthday. The two accused, identified as Chandan Mallick and Dwip (Deep) Biswas, are currently absconding, prompting a high-priority manhunt by Kolkata Police.

Context and Investigation Underway

The victim, a resident of Haridevpur, had known Chandan for several months, who introduced himself as the head of a South Kolkata Durga Puja committee. Through Chandan, she met Deep, who purportedly worked for the government. Both promised to involve her in committee activities, leading to frequent communications.

According to her complaint, the trio shared a meal at Deep’s flat. When she attempted to leave, the door was locked, and she was allegedly gang-raped. She managed to escape the following morning and informed her family, resulting in an FIR being lodged at the Haridevpur Police Station. The accused remain at large.

Police Response and Action Taken

Kolkata Police have registered a case under relevant sections of the law and launched a search to apprehend the accused. A senior officer confirmed that the investigation is active and teams are tracing movements and last-known locations.

The swift response follows concerns over increasing crimes against women in Kolkata—historically considered one of India’s safer cities for women. The incident has reignited discussions around public safety and the need for preventive strategies.

Broader Implications: Safety in the Face of Familiarity

This case raises alarming questions about the misuse of trust—where perpetrators gain victims’ confidence through social or community ties. Especially concerning is how settings deemed “safe,” like birthday celebrations or community involvement, are being weaponized.

Such cases underscore:

• The necessity of safety protocols even in familiar social contexts.
• Rapid police action to build public trust.
• Support systems for survivors to report without fear, given societal stigma.

Activists and residents stress that a systemic and community-based approach is essential to make personal safety a priority amid social celebrations.

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This tragic incident of a Kolkata women gangrape during what should have been a happy birthday serves as a stark reminder: safety must be vigilant, even in seemingly secure environments.

Sources:
NDTV
India Today
Hindustan Times