19-Year-Old Woman Allegedly Gang-Raped by 23 Accused Over Six Days
Varanasi (UP), April 11 — Prime Minister Narendra Modi, upon his arrival in Varanasi on Friday morning, was immediately briefed on the shocking gang-rape case of a 19-year-old woman. The incident, which occurred in Modi's parliamentary constituency, has sparked outrage and a call for swift justice.
According to an official statement from the Uttar Pradesh government, the prime minister was briefed by top district officials including the police commissioner, divisional commissioner, and district magistrate regarding the "recent criminal rape incident in the city."
The statement noted that PM Modi has "instructed them to take the strictest possible action against the culprits" and emphasized the need for “appropriate preventive measures” to avoid such heinous crimes in the future.
Details of the Incident
Police reports indicate that the young woman was allegedly gang-raped by 23 individuals over a span of six days. The accused are said to have drugged the victim and moved her across multiple hotels throughout the ordeal.
So far, six of the accused have been arrested, with police continuing their investigation to apprehend the remaining suspects.
The case has drawn widespread attention due to its brutality and the scale of the crime, placing pressure on law enforcement and administrative officials to act decisively.
Public Response and Action Ahead
With the prime minister personally intervening and calling for the harshest legal measures, authorities are expected to expedite the investigation and prosecution. Public sentiment in Varanasi and across the nation continues to demand justice for the victim.
This incident adds urgency to the ongoing discourse around women's safety in India, especially in high-profile regions such as Varanasi.
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