Shockwaves in West Bengal: Viral Video of Public Beating Sparks Outrage

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has issued notices to the West Bengal government over a viral video showing a couple being beaten in Uttar Dinajpur district. The main perpetrator, allegedly a TMC leader, has been arrested. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and calls for investigation.

The NHRC issued notices to the West Bengal government and the state's police chief concerning a viral video showing a couple being mercilessly beaten in Uttar Dinajpur district. The main perpetrator, linked to the ruling TMC, has been arrested.

In a statement, the NHRC highlighted the gravity of the issue and instructed a fact-finding team to visit the incident site for an on-the-spot inquiry.

The incident, captured in the Lakshmipur village of Chopra division, has resulted in a public outcry. Governor C V Ananda Bose has sought a report from Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee, while the BJP has criticized the incident as an example of 'Taliban rule' in the state.

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