Kolkata, 25 July (H.S.) -In the aftermath of the shocking gangrape of a female student inside the campus on June 25, the authorities of the Kasba-based law college have decided to strengthen campus security by deploying retired army officers.

According to sources, the Governing Body has resolved to hire at least two former army personnel to oversee campus security. The number of CCTV cameras on the premises will also be increased as part of the heightened surveillance measures.

This move comes weeks after the college authorities approached the Calcutta High Court seeking the installation of a permanent police picket on campus. The court, however, denied the request, stating that a police presence is inconsistent with an academic environment.

While the latest security measures have been approved, questions remain about the legitimacy of the Governing Body itself. Allegations have surfaced that the committee had received multiple complaints against Manojit Mishra, a former temporary staffer and TMC student leader, but deliberately ignored them.

Mishra, who has since been arrested in connection with the gangrape case, reportedly wielded significant influence within the institution. Sources allege that even the college’s security personnel were too intimidated to confront him. In fact, the guard on duty during the June 25 incident was arrested for remaining silent despite being aware of the crime.

Investigations by the University of Calcutta have revealed that the Governing Body had previously received several serious complaints against Mishra and others but failed to take action. Moreover, the appointments of many temporary staff members—allegedly made under political pressure—are now under scrutiny. RTI applications have been filed to determine whether these appointments followed any official procedures, including advertising vacancies or seeking approval from the Higher Education Department or the University.

Hindusthan Samachar / Satya Prakash Singh