Belagavi (Karnataka), Jan 21 (IANS) After the BJP slammed the Congress government over the law and order situation as a woman in central Bengaluru was allegedly gang-raped and robbed, Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah questioned whether no rape cases were reported during the tenure of the previous government.
Speaking to reporters in Belagavi on Tuesday, CM Siddaramaiah said, “Were there no incidents of rape during the BJP’s tenure? Rape incidents should not happen. Women must be provided protection. However, in society, anti-social elements will engage in such acts. Strict action will be taken against them.”
The incident of the gang-rape of a woman waiting for a bus at K.R. Market in Bengaluru came to light on Tuesday. The victim lodged a complaint with the Women’s Police Station in the Central Division, stating that she was sexually assaulted and her gold jewellery, mobile phone and cash were snatched.
According to sources, the incident occurred on Sunday around 11.30 p.m. near Godown Street in the K.R. Market area. The police have detained one person in connection with the incident and are interrogating him.
The victim was waiting for a bus near K.R. Market late at night to travel to the Yelahanka locality. She had asked the accused about the availability of buses to her destination. Taking advantage of her situation, the accused, pretending to be helpful, told her they knew where the bus would stop and led her along.
The suspects took her to Godown Street, where they sexually assaulted her and robbed her. The police have collected CCTV footage from the area and launched a manhunt for the accused. Further details regarding the incident are awaited.
Commenting on the incident, BJP State President B.Y. Vijayendra criticized the Congress-led government in the state for its failure to maintain law and order. “Karnataka has turned into a haven for robbers and rapists,” he stated.
“Karnataka, once known for its culture, values, and safety, is now alarmingly gaining notoriety as a hub for dacoity and atrocities. The report of a gang-rape and robbery of a lone woman waiting for a bus near K.R. Market in the capital city, Bengaluru, is an extremely heinous and inhumane incident. This highlights the state’s deteriorating law and order situation, rendering it incapable of protecting women,” he charged.
“The series of murders, robberies, crimes against women, and rape cases have left civil society in despair and demonstrate the anarchic situation in the state. If such incidents continue to recur, there is no doubt that the people will rise and teach this government a lesson. The BJP Karnataka is committed to fighting for the safety and security of the state’s law and order,” he underlined.
–IANS
mka/dpb
Disclaimer
The information contained in this website is for general information purposes only. The information is provided by TodayIndia.news and while we endeavour to keep the information up to date and correct, we make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability or availability with respect to the website or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the website for any purpose. Any reliance you place on such information is therefore strictly at your own risk.
In no event will we be liable for any loss or damage including without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any loss or damage whatsoever arising from loss of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this website.
Through this website you are able to link to other websites which are not under the control of TodayIndia.news We have no control over the nature, content and availability of those sites. The inclusion of any links does not necessarily imply a recommendation or endorse the views expressed within them.
Every effort is made to keep the website up and running smoothly. However, TodayIndia.news takes no responsibility for, and will not be liable for, the website being temporarily unavailable due to technical issues beyond our control.
For any legal details or query please visit original source link given with news or click on Go to Source.
Our translation service aims to offer the most accurate translation possible and we rarely experience any issues with news post. However, as the translation is carried out by third part tool there is a possibility for error to cause the occasional inaccuracy. We therefore require you to accept this disclaimer before confirming any translation news with us.
If you are not willing to accept this disclaimer then we recommend reading news post in its original language.
