New Delhi, Oct. 11 -- The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a distressing incident reported from West Bengal, where a young medical student from Odisha was allegedly subjected to gang-rape in Durgapur.

According to the release, NCW Chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has written to the Director General of Police (DGP) of West Bengal, demanding the immediate arrest of all accused persons, a prompt and transparent investigation, and adequate medical and psychological support for the survivor.

To ensure on-ground monitoring, the Chairperson has directed NCW member Dr Archana Majumdar to visit Durgapur, meet the survivor, and review the status of the police investigation.

The Commission has also sought a detailed...