MP Dev Jayanagar Calls for 'Shoot at Sight' Policy Against Rapists in Wake of Brutal Crime

Baby Chakraborty, KalimNews, October 6, 2024,  Baruipur :  In a powerful and emotional statement following the heinous rape and murder of a minor girl in Jayanagar, Ghatal MP Dev Jayanagar, popularly known as Dev, called for immediate and strict action against those found guilty of such brutal crimes. Speaking to the media during a promotional event for his film in Baruipur on Saturday, the Trinamool Congress MP stirred controversy by demanding a "shoot at sight" approach for rapists, igniting a strong debate on justice and law enforcement.

“There is no need to keep them alive using taxpayers' money,” Dev passionately declared, referring to the 19-year-old suspect recently arrested by the police in connection with the incident. He emphasized the need for collective outrage and more stringent laws to protect women, adding, “We should all protest such reprehensible acts.”

Although Dev acknowledged that, as a Member of Parliament, he must adhere to legal guidelines, his emotions visibly boiled over as he voiced frustration over the frequency of such crimes. "I am an MP, so I cannot use such words officially, but if we cannot protect our mothers and sisters, what's the point? We need laws that instill fear in the minds of such criminals," he said.

Dev, who has personal experience with violence—his body bearing multiple scars—argued that punishments must be so severe that they act as a deterrent to others. His remarks sparked a larger discussion about justice reforms, echoing questions raised by fellow Trinamool MP Abhishek Banerjee regarding the need for swift and harsher penalties for such offenders.

Dev's comments have stirred significant public attention, reflecting growing frustration over crimes against women and the perceived inadequacy of current legal frameworks to protect the vulnerable.

The incident has shocked the community, with public outcry demanding justice for the victim and an urgent call for systemic change.