Indore Rape Case: After the harrowing incident in Kolkata RG Kar Medical College and Hospital where a trainee doctor was raped and murdered many cases of rape have been filed where the women were sexually assaulted, raped and murdered. In a shocking incident in Indore, a woman has accused five men of raping her and forcing her to dance naked, bringing to light serious allegations of police inaction. The case has stirred outrage as it took 19 days for the police to register an FIR after the Madhya Pradesh High Court intervened, ordering a resolution within 90 days. This delay has raised questions about the handling of the case and the influence of political connections.

Indore Rape Case: Victim’s Shocking Allegations 

The victim lodged her complaint at Kanadia police station, detailing the horrific events of June 11. According to her FIR, she was forcibly taken to a godown by the accused, where she was subjected to rape and unnatural sex. The woman further alleged that after the accused watched videos on television, they beat her with a belt and forced her to dance naked for half an hour. These brutal acts were reportedly ignored by the authorities until the High Court stepped in.

FIR Delay Sparks Political Tensions

The case has drawn political attention, with State Congress spokesperson Neelabh Shukla accusing the ruling BJP of pressuring the police to delay the FIR. Shukla claimed that one of the accused had connections with the BJP, leading to the prolonged inaction. In response, BJP spokesperson Narendra Saluja assured that the victim would receive justice, regardless of the accused’s political affiliations. Saluja also mentioned that complaints had been filed by both sides in this case, indicating a complex situation that the police are now investigating.

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Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Abhinay Vishwakarma stated that appropriate legal steps would be taken based on the evidence collected. However, no arrests have been made so far, further intensifying the scrutiny on the police’s handling of the case.

High Court Intervention After FIR Delay

The registration of the case after a significant delay has sparked concerns about the protection of victims and the influence of political connections in sensitive cases. The High Court’s directive came after the woman alleged that the police were not taking her complaint seriously, forcing her to seek legal intervention. This case underscores the ongoing challenges faced by victims in seeking justice, especially when the accused may have influential ties.

As investigations proceed, the focus remains on ensuring that the victim receives justice and that the legal process is not hindered by external influences. The delay in filing the FIR and the subsequent political controversy has highlighted the need for accountability and transparency in handling such serious allegations. The police now face the task of conducting a thorough investigation to bring the perpetrators to justice, while also addressing the concerns raised about their initial response to the victim’s complaint.

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