Kolkata | July 2, 2025 — A shocking twist has emerged in the South Calcutta Law College gang-rape case as the defense lawyer of the prime accused, Monojit Mishra, made a controversial claim during a media briefing. While medical reports confirmed the presence of scratch marks on the accused—suggesting resistance by the survivor—the lawyer now asserts that “love bites” were also found on his client’s body, raising questions about the narrative.
🧾 Case Background
- The alleged incident took place on June 25, inside South Calcutta Law College, around 10:30 PM.
- The survivor, a 24-year-old law student, filed a police complaint on June 26 at 4:45 PM.
- Three individuals, including Monojit Mishra, were arrested and are currently in police custody till July 8.
Monojit Mishra, a former student leader affiliated with the Trinamool Congress (TMC), has denied the charges.
⚖️ Defense Raises Doubts Over Evidence and Timeline
Advocate Raju Ganguly, representing Mishra, questioned several elements of the case during his interaction with the press.
“The prosecution has shared that there were scratch marks. But did they mention that there were also love bites on Monojit’s neck?”
— Raju Ganguly, Defense Lawyer
He argued that the presence of such marks contradicts the allegation of non-consensual activity.
📱 Survivor’s Phone, Call Records in Question
The defense has demanded transparency over the investigation process. Ganguly raised concerns about whether:
- The survivor’s mobile phone was seized
- Forensic analysis was conducted
- Her call history was examined
“We’ve asked the prosecution to clarify if her phone was sent for digital analysis. If not, why?”
— Advocate Ganguly
The defense claims that such data could provide critical insight into the survivor’s movements and communications following the alleged incident.
âť— Delay in Complaint Filing Cited
One of the key concerns highlighted by the defense is the time gap between the incident and the lodging of the FIR.
“If she was confined inside the campus, why didn’t she immediately inform her parents or visit a police station with them that night?”
— Raju Ganguly
He labeled the complaint as “fabricated” and claimed that the delay in reporting points to inconsistency.
đź“ą Video Evidence Under Dispute
In another twist, reports claim a video related to the incident was found on Monojit’s phone. The prosecution sees it as evidence, but the defense offers a different interpretation.
“The video is being misrepresented. It is not one of violence or coercion,” Ganguly said, hinting at a possible consensual angle.
He added, “If love bites were found, what kind of video do you think it was?”
🔍 Public Response and Ongoing Investigation
The case has triggered significant public attention and concern, especially coming in the wake of a recent, high-profile rape and murder of a trainee doctor in the city. Many activists and citizens have called for a thorough, unbiased investigation.
Kolkata Police has not officially commented on the defense claims but has reiterated that all evidence is being examined, including digital footprints, forensic findings, and CCTV footage.
🚨 What Happens Next?
- The accused remain in police custody until July 8.
- Investigators are expected to submit a preliminary report before court.
- The court may summon both prosecution and defense for further hearings.
đź“ť Conclusion
As this sensitive case unfolds, both sides are making serious allegations and presenting contradictory interpretations of the available evidence. The presence of physical marks, digital media, and timeline discrepancies has made the case both complex and high-profile.
Authorities have urged the public and media to refrain from jumping to conclusions and allow the legal process to take its course.
đź“Ś Disclaimer: This article aims to present facts as reported by both parties in the case. The matter is sub-judice, and all accused are considered innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
