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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has taken disciplinary action against two of its student leaders, Prantik Chakraborty and Rajanya Halder, for creating a short film based on the sensitive issue of the rape and murder of a junior doctor at RG Kar Medical College in Kolkata. The film, titled 'Agomoni, Tilottamader Golpo,' was slated for release on the occasion of Mahalaya, a significant day in the Bengali calendar. The TMC's decision to suspend the student leaders stemmed from the controversy surrounding the film's teaser, which featured Halder dressed as a lady doctor, seemingly alluding to the tragedy that sparked widespread protests and political outrage in West Bengal.
The teaser's content drew immediate criticism, with accusations that the student leaders were exploiting the tragedy for political gain and attempting to use it for their own promotion. This sparked concerns within the TMC, leading to the suspension of the student leaders. The party's state president, Trinankur Bhattacharya, officially announced the action, citing alleged anti-party activities. However, both Chakraborty and Halder vehemently denied any connection between the film and the RG Kar issue. They maintained that the film focused on women empowerment and had no intention of capitalizing on the tragic event.
The controversy highlights the delicate balance between political discourse and sensitivity surrounding sensitive issues. The TMC's swift response demonstrates the party's concern about maintaining its image and avoiding further backlash. It is evident that the use of such events for political gain or promotion can backfire significantly, especially in sensitive cases. The incident raises crucial questions about the ethical boundaries of political engagement and the need for responsible and empathetic handling of sensitive matters.
Source: TMC suspends 2 student leaders for making short film on RG Kar issue