Introduction
In a deeply disturbing incident that has sent shockwaves across Rajasthan, a tribal woman in Pratapgarh district was subjected to a horrifying ordeal, allegedly at the hands of her husband and in-laws. The incident unfolded when the woman, aged 21, was accused of having an affair with another man, leading to a brutal attack that was captured on video and circulated widely on social media.
The appalling video footage shows the woman being stripped naked outside her home and paraded through her village, all while she cried out for help. The incident has ignited a firestorm of outrage, drawing swift condemnation from political leaders and citizens alike.
According to the police, the victim’s in-laws are believed to have kidnapped her and forcibly brought her to their village, where the heinous assault took place. Rajasthan’s Director General of Police, Umesh Mishra, confirmed that three individuals have been detained in connection with the incident, with further arrests expected in the coming hours.
CM Responds
In response to this shocking incident, Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot took to Twitter late at night to condemn the perpetrators and assure that the strictest action would be taken. He declared, “There is no place for such criminals in a civilized society. These criminals will be put behind bars as soon as possible and will be tried and punished in the fast track court.”
However, the incident has not escaped the realm of politics, with opposition leaders seizing the opportunity to criticize the state government. BJP Chief JP Nadda and other party members accused the ruling Congress party of being preoccupied with internal conflicts and alleged that issues of women’s safety were being overlooked. Nadda tweeted, “The people of Rajasthan will teach the state government a lesson.”
BJP MP Gajendra Singh Shekhawat further highlighted the issue, questioning whether Congress leader Rahul Gandhi would seek Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot’s resignation and demand President’s rule in the state.
As outrage continues to mount, six police teams have been formed to swiftly apprehend the accused individuals, and Pratapgarh’s Superintendent of Police, Amit Kumar, is personally overseeing the case.
Conclusion
This deeply distressing incident underscores the pressing need for concrete actions to address issues of women’s safety and highlights the critical role that law enforcement and the justice system play in ensuring justice for victims of such heinous crimes. The eyes of the nation are now on Rajasthan, as people demand justice for the traumatized woman and accountability for those responsible for this appalling act.
