Child Rights Commission Condemns Threat to MP's Daughter

The West Bengal Commission for Protection of Child Rights has reacted strongly to a shocking threat made against the 11-year-old daughter of Trinamool Congress (TMC) MP Abhishek Banerjee during a protest over the rape and murder of a trainee doctor. A protester was seen in a viral video offering a ₹10 crore reward for the rape of Banerjee's daughter, prompting the commission to demand police action under the POCSO Act and the Juvenile Justice Act. TMC leaders, including Rajya Sabha MP Derek O'Brien, condemned the threats, emphasizing that political disputes should not involve children. The commission warned that such threats not only endanger Banerjee's daughter but also pose a broader risk to all minors. They called for immediate protective measures for the child and swift arrests of those involved. The incident has sparked outrage and highlighted the urgent need for accountability in politically charged environments.