Opposition leaders in Maharashtra, led by the Maha Vikas Aghadi alliance, have staged protests against the sexual assault of a minor girl at a school in Badlapur, despite calling off a statewide bandh. The leaders tied black bands around their mouths as a symbol of protest against the incident.
A state-wide bandh has been called in Maharashtra on August 24th to protest against the alleged sexual assault of two young girls at a school in Badlapur. The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA) has called for the bandh, citing the need to highlight women’s safety and prompt government action.
A social media influencer, Ritika Shelar, was arrested by Thane police for spreading false information about the sexual abuse case in Badlapur. Shelar’s posts, which included inaccurate details about the victim and her mother, fueled widespread rumors in the city, prompting the authorities to take action. The case highlights the potential dangers of misinformation spread through social media, particularly in sensitive situations.
The Maharashtra Congress has demanded the removal of special prosecutor Ujjwal Nikam and the head of the SIT investigating the Badlapur sexual assault case, citing concerns about their impartiality. The incident involves the sexual assault of two four-year-old girls at a school in Thane district. The opposition Maha Vikas Aghadi has also criticized Chief Minister Eknath Shinde over the handling of the case.
The Bombay High Court has taken suo moto cognizance of a sexual assault case against minor girls at a school in Badlapur. A division bench will hear the case today.
The Maha Vikas Aghadi (MVA), a coalition of opposition parties in Maharashtra, has announced a statewide bandh on August 24th in protest against the recent sexual assault of two minor girls in Badlapur. The decision was made following a meeting of MVA leaders, who expressed outrage over the incident and the subsequent handling of the protests by the state government.
A school teacher in Akola district, Maharashtra, has been arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting six school girls. This incident comes days after a similar case in Badlapur, sparking widespread protests in the state. The Akola police are investigating the case further.
Protests erupted in Badlapur, Maharashtra, after two four-year-old girls were allegedly sexually assaulted by a school sweeper. Police resorted to lathi-charge to disperse protestors, drawing criticism from the Opposition. The incident has sparked outrage and calls for stringent action against the accused.
Shiv Sena MP Milind Deora expressed outrage and sympathy for the victims of an alleged sexual assault at a Badlapur kindergarten. He detailed six steps taken by the Maharashtra government, including the arrest of the accused, formation of an SIT, and suspension of school staff. Chief Minister Eknath Shinde also ordered a high-level probe and assured swift justice.
Protests over the sexual assault of two nursery children in Badlapur, Mumbai, have led to the diversion of several trains and the suspension of services on the Badlapur-Karjat route. The protests, sparked by the alleged abuse of the young girls by a school attendant, have caused significant disruptions to train travel.
