Kolkata: A 50-year-old Assistant Sub-Inspector belonging to the Kolkata Police has been taken into custody following accusations that he sexually harassed a 21-year-old female volunteer outside a prominent Durga Puja celebration in the city.
The incident reportedly occurred on Saturday, October 17, and gained widespread attention after a video capturing the encounter circulated extensively on social media platforms. Authorities identified the accused officer as Kabirul Islam, who is also documented in official records as Kabirul Hasan Mondal and is attached to the Kolkata Armed Police.
The confrontation allegedly transpired shortly before midnight near the exit gate of the Suruchi Sangha Durga Puja pandal located in the New Alipore area. According to the details provided in the First Information Report, the young volunteer was seated on a chair along a busy street when the officer made unwelcome physical contact.
Following the circulation of the digital recording and the filing of a formal complaint by the victim, law enforcement officials moved quickly to detain the suspect. Investigators confirmed that the officer's relatives have been duly notified regarding the arrest, while ongoing legal steps and investigations related to the offense continue to move forward.