May 4th 2024.
Over the weekend, Kolkata Police announced that they have formed an inquiry team to look into a woman employee's allegations of molestation against Governor CV Ananda Bose. According to a senior officer, the team will be speaking to witnesses in the next few days and has also requested CCTV footage from Raj Bhavan, where the alleged incident took place.
The officer clarified that, although Article 361 of the Constitution grants immunity to the Governor from criminal proceedings during his term in office, the police have a responsibility to investigate any complaints, especially those concerning a woman's safety. He further added that they may even visit the spot if necessary.
Meanwhile, on Saturday, the police summoned three Raj Bhavan officials and a Kolkata Police personnel for questioning. However, only the policeman showed up while the others failed to appear. The officer stated that they will request them to come for questioning again on Monday.
The whole incident came to light when a contractual woman employee of Raj Bhavan filed a written complaint with the Kolkata Police on Friday, alleging molestation by the Governor. In response, the Governor has dismissed the allegations as "absurd drama" and has vowed to continue his efforts to expose corruption and reduce violence in the state.
Furthermore, Raj Bhavan released a statement stating that the Governor has ordered a ban on police personnel entering the premises for conducting "unauthorised, illegitimate, sham and motivated investigations" to please their political superiors during the ongoing election period. The police have assured that no further inquiries will be conducted until Monday.
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