Varanasi Police have made a breakthrough in the case of the gangrape of an IIT-BHU student that occurred last month. The incident had sparked widespread outrage and protests, with students expressing concerns about the safety of female students on campus.
After nearly two months of intense public pressure, Varanasi Police successfully apprehended three suspects allegedly involved in the crime. The arrested individuals, identified as Kunal Pandey, Anand alias Abhishek Chauhan, and Saksham Patel, were taken into custody. The police also recovered the motorcycle used in the crime from the accused.
However, the case took a political turn when allegations surfaced linking two of the arrested suspects to the BJP IT cell. Kunal Pandey reportedly holds the position of metropolitan coordinator in the BJP IT cell in Varanasi, while Saksham Patel serves as the Varanasi metropolitan co-convenor in the IT cell. Social media users shared screenshots of the Facebook profiles of the arrested individuals, highlighting their connections to the BJP IT cell.
The arrest of the suspects comes after a period of intense scrutiny and public outcry, with many expressing relief at the progress made in the case. The authorities are expected to continue their investigation to ensure justice for the victim and to address the broader concerns regarding the safety and security of students, particularly female students, at educational institutions.