2013 Kamduni gang rape and murder case
2013 Kamduni gang rape and murder case
The Kamduni gang rape and murder case refers to the brutal sexual assault and subsequent murder of a 20-year-old college student in Kamduni village, West Bengal, India, on June 7, 2013. The victim was attacked while returning home from a coaching class, a crime that sparked widespread outrage and protests across the nation, highlighting persistent issues of violence against women in India. The case brought significant media attention, prompting discussions around women's safety and inadequate legal protections. In 2014, a fast-track court convicted five men, sentencing them to death. The incident remains a pivotal moment in India's ongoing struggle against gender-based violence, influencing public policy and societal attitudes towards women's rights.