Actor meets Mamata to push for anti-abuse committee inspired by Hema panel

September 11, 2024 17:34

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee

Actor Ritabhari Chakraborty met West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee to follow up on her earlier request for the formation of a committee to investigate sexual abuse allegations within the Bengali film industry, inspired by the Hema committee in Malayalam cinema.

Ritabhari, a prominent figure in Bengali cinema, met the chief minister on Tuesday amidst ongoing street protests concerning the murder of a woman doctor at R G Kar Hospital last month.

On Wednesday, Ritabhari shared an update on her Instagram account, stating, "The CM heard all the issues that has troubled women in the Bengali film industry."

"Yesterday, chief minister @mamata official responded to our request of creating a similar body like Hema Committee. My request for the body to not have any political name or film personalities was heard," she said in another post.

Ritabhari emphasised her neutral stance, clarifying, "Not representing any party.

On behalf of women in Tollywood -- in a meeting on Tuesday -- CM heard all the issues that has troubled women in the Bengali film industry for ages and a step was taken to cleanse it from these predators."

She expressed optimism but recognised the need for patience, stating, "Investigations take time, but we are hopeful for a resolution." -- PTI

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