Rajasthan kidnapping case: Political tension escalates, demands on for justice and compensation
Rajasthan kidnapping case: The abduction of a woman from a scheduled caste in Rajasthan, followed by the discovery of her body with bullet injuries days later, has sparked political tension in the election-bound state of Karauli. Both the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Mayawati's Bahujan Samaj Party (BSP) have accused the Ashok Gehlot government of failing to maintain law and order in the state.
The BJP has staged a dharna (sit-in protest) outside the hospital where the victim's body is being kept. The incident was raised in the Rajasthan Assembly by opposition legislators, who demanded an explanation from the government regarding the incident.
According to reports, the 19-year-old woman was allegedly abducted from her house by four individuals on July 12. Her body was recovered from a well on a subsequent day. The victim's mother has accused the police of negligence, stating that when she approached the police station to file a case, they refused to register it and discouraged her from pursuing legal action.
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The police have detained one person so far and search teams are actively looking for the remaining suspects. A senior police officer stated that leads have been obtained in the case, and an FIR (First Information Report) has been filed. The victim's family, along with BJP Rajya Sabha MP Kirodi Lal Meena, leading the protest, is demanding strict action against the culprits and compensation for the victim's family.
The incident has garnered attention from various political leaders. Former Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje expressed concern and called for a thorough investigation into the matter from all angles, urging severe action against those responsible. Congress leader Sachin Pilot also stressed the need for a comprehensive investigation and demanded that the culprits be brought to justice.
While the police have not confirmed whether the victim was sexually assaulted, the post-mortem examination revealed that the cause of death was a gunshot. Further forensic examination will determine if sexual assault occurred. The police are currently in discussions with the victim's family regarding compensation and other demands.
This tragic incident has not only created a sense of anguish but has also intensified political debates surrounding law and order issues in Rajasthan. The public is looking to the authorities for swift and decisive action to ensure justice for the victim and her family.
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- With inputs from agencies
