Sandeshkhali Shocker: Allegations of sexual abuse and land grabbing rock West Bengal.

Local women brave threats to expose years of torment and exploitation in front of Governor. Shocking allegations of sexual abuse, land grabbing, and political corruption have surfaced, shaking the community to its core.

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The protests of the women forced Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose earlier this week to cut short his Kerala trip to review the situation in Sandeshkhali. After talking to the women there, Bose described it as "ghastly, shocking, shattering"

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Bengal Governor CV Ananda Bose described the allegations as "ghastly" and submitted a report to the Ministry of Home Affairs, advocating for a thorough investigation.

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Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee assured that those responsible would face consequences.

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Protests erupt as accusations of political protectionism fly.

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State Women's Commission and IPS officers launch investigations.

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Opposition parties accused the ruling TMC of shielding the perpetrators, while some TMC leaders dismissed the allegations as politically motivated.

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The BJP, CP(IM), and the Congress alleged that the ruling TMC administration has been "giving protection" to Shajahan and his men.

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