Yogi meets Ayodhya rape victim's mother, assures strict action
02-Aug-2024 09:02 PM 6390
Lucknow, Aug 2 (Reporter) Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath on Friday assured the mother of the Ayodhya rape victim that the government is committed to delivering justice. During the meeting at his official residence, the CM promised that those responsible for the brutal crime would face strict action. The victim's mother, who demanded the death penalty for the perpetrators, expressed confidence in the CM's commitment to justice. Yogi assured her that the properties of the accused, SP leader Moin Khan, would be investigated and that any illegal properties would be demolished. Bikapur MLA Amit Singh Chauhan was also present at the meeting. In the disgraceful incident that occurred in the Pura Kalandar police station area of Ayodhya, SP leader Moin Khan and his servant are accused of raping and blackmailing a 12-year-old girl from a backward class. Moin Khan is reportedly close to SP from Faizabad. The CM on Thursday expressed deep displeasure while addressing the assembly. He strongly condemned the SP leaders for showing leniency towards the accused. After meeting with the victim's mother, he directed the officials to make special arrangements for the girl's health and safety. He also directed Anita Agarwal, a member of the State Child Rights Protection Commission, to visit the rape victim at Ayodhya District Women's Hospital. Upon arriving in Ayodhya, Agarwal inquired about the girl's condition, held a special meeting with her family, and assured them of justice. She condemned the brutality inflicted on the 12-year-old, highlighting that the girl was lured and assaulted while working in the fields. Agarwal emphasized that strict action is being taken to ensure the culprits face the harshest punishment. "The District Magistrate and Senior Superintendent of Police have also assured us of this," she said. Commission member Anita Agarwal directed the Chief Medical Officer to transfer the victim from the general ward to a private ward and to restrict access to unauthorised visitors. She asked the District Magistrate and Senior Superintendent of Police to implement stringent security measures at the district hospital and the victim's residence to ensure her safety. Agarwal also asked the District Probation Officer to open a bank account for the girl and ensure she receives the benefits of government welfare schemes. During her visit, Agarwal met with district-level officials to review the situation, emphasising the severity of the incident, which has drawn the CM's attention. She said that the victim's mother was called for a meeting with the CM and she was promptly sent to Ayodhya to investigate the matter...////...
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