A disturbing case of systemic harassment, financial fraud, and brutal assault has come to light in West Bengal's Nadia district, where a woman accused a former local politician of repeated sexual violence. According to official disclosures regarding the complaint lodged on Sunday, the victim alleged that she was attacked and assaulted at her new residence after refusing to withdraw an earlier legal case against the accused. The matter involves a former secretary of the Trinamool Congress (TMC) in Krishnanagar and his nephew, triggering widespread concern over public safety and official accountability in the region.
Origins of the Allegations: The 2017 Cash for Job Promise
The history of the dispute dates back to 2017, when the victim's family was going through severe financial distress. Taking advantage of her vulnerable circumstances, Buddhadeb Kanu, who then served as the local secretary of the Trinamool Congress in Krishnanagar, allegedly approached her with an offer of employment. He promised to secure her an official job within the Krishnanagar Municipality in exchange for a substantial monetary sum.
Trusting his political standing and influence, the woman arranged and handed over Rs 7 lakh to Kanu. However, instead of delivering on the job promise, the former political worker subjected her to sexual harassment and exploitation. Despite facing continuous intimidating threats, the brave victim eventually approached the local authorities and filed a formal police complaint against him. That case has remained pending in the judicial process ever since.
Relocation, Stalking, and Escalation of Violence
In her recent written statement submitted to the authorities, the victim detailed how the pressure on her escalated over the past several months. Kanu persistently coerced her to drop the pending 2017 case. Fearing for her safety and well-being, the woman took the extreme step of secretly shifting her residence to another location within the district, hoping to escape further harassment.
However, her efforts to seek safety proved futile. Kanu reportedly tracked down her new home address and barged in. The victim stated that the accused subjected her to fresh sexual violence, physically assaulted her with an iron rod, and warned her of fatal consequences if she reported the incident. Furthermore, the victim alleged that Kanu's nephew, who functions as a civic volunteer with the local machinery, actively threatened her life to force her into silence. She also reported a recent attempt on her life, prompting her to approach the police once more.
Police Investigation and Current Status
On Sunday, the victim formally submitted her fresh written complaint against both Buddhadeb Kanu and his nephew at the Kotwali police station in Krishnanagar. She has demanded immediate legal intervention and the strictest punishment for both perpetrators involved in the continuous harassment and violent attacks.
A senior police officer attached to the Krishnanagar police department confirmed receipt of the written complaint and stated that an official investigation into all the allegations has been launched. The officer added that police personnel are verifying the claims, examining the evidence, and taking necessary procedures. As of now, no arrests have been executed in connection with the newly registered complaint.
