Video of ASI sexually harassing volunteer at Kolkata puja pandal goes viral; cop arrested

KOLKATA: An Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) of the West Bengal Police has been arrested for allegedly sexually harassing a woman volunteer on duty at Suruchi Sangha during Durga Puja, after a video purportedly showing the incident circulated on social media.The accused, identified as Kabirul Hasan Mondal (50), an ASI (Armed) attached to the 3rd Battalion's 'B' Company of the Kolkata Armed Police (KAP), was arrested following a written complaint lodged by the 21-year-old volunteer.According to the complaint, the alleged incident took place between 11pm and 11.30pm on October 17 at the exit gate of Suruchi Sangha, where the woman was performing duty during Durga Puja.The complainant alleged that the ASI made unwelcome physical contact with her, amounting to sexual harassment.Police registered a case at New Alipore police station on October 18 under Section 75(2) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). The accused's family members have been informed of his arrest.You Can Also Check: Gold Rate in Kolkata | Silver Rate in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata | Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Petrol Price in Kolkata | Diesel Price in Kolkata | CNG Price in Kolkata | LPG Price in KolkataStay updated with the latest Kolkata news. Download the TOI App.