Chitrakoot Gangrape Case: Investigation Launched After Victim's Suicide

Investigation Initiated in Chitrakoot Case

In a tragic turn of events in Chitrakoot, Uttar Pradesh, a case has been registered against three minor boys following the suicide of a gangrape victim. The local police have commenced an investigation based on a complaint filed by the victim's family. The Superintendent of Police has stated that if any negligence on the part of police personnel is discovered during the investigation, strict action will be taken against those responsible.

Details of the Incident

Chitrakoot Gangrape News: A 17-year-old girl from a Scheduled Caste community reportedly took her own life after being a victim of gangrape. According to police reports, the incident occurred in a village within the Pahadi police jurisdiction. The girl's family has accused the police of serious negligence. SP Arun Kumar Singh revealed that on Holi, the girl's mother had verbally complained about her daughter being forcibly colored and had requested no legal action be taken, even providing a written statement.

Calls for Action Against Police Negligence

After meeting with the victim's family, Anil Pradhan, a legislator from the Samajwadi Party, criticized the police for allegedly covering up the gangrape incident, which he claims led to the girl's suicide. He has demanded financial assistance and legal protection for the family, as well as strict action against the police officers involved in the case.

Circumstances Surrounding the Incident

The victim's family reported that on March 4, the day of Holi, the girl went to fetch water and was abducted by three boys from the village. They allegedly took her to a nearby field where she was gangraped. When she did not return home, her younger brother went searching for her and found her in a semi-nude state in the field.

Police Response Raises Concerns

The family claims that when they reported the incident to the police, the officers dismissed the case, stating that there was no visible evidence of assault. The victim's mother alleged that the police told her daughter, 'Your clothes are intact, and there are no injuries; how can we believe you?' They were advised to file a case under lighter charges, and the family was sent back with assurances of action against the accused.