Overview
- Police say a 16-year-old was allegedly assaulted inside the closed Hindmotor factory on Thursday evening after entering the premises with a friend.
- Two arrests have been made, including Dipankar Adhikari, identified by police as the main accused, and the girl's alleged boyfriend, who is a minor.
- Officers report that Adhikari's claim of holding a local TMC role is disputed by both the party and police, though opposition leaders allege a party link.
- The case has been registered under the POCSO Act, the minor has undergone a medical examination, and the arrested were produced before the Serampore court.
- Police are recording statements, planning a Test Identification parade, and conducting searches for two additional suspects reported to be on the run.