TFP Bureau, Raipur, September 3, 2024: In a stark address at the State Congress Headquarters in Raipur, Congress National Spokesperson and AICC Social Media Chairman, Supriya Shrinate, raised grave concerns about the escalating safety crisis for women across India, including in Chhattisgarh. Speaking alongside State Congress President Deepak Baij, Shrinate questioned the safety of women in the country, emphasizing that no place seems secure for them anymore, whether it be a school, office, or public transport.
Shrinate condemned the rising incidents of violence against women, citing several harrowing cases in Chhattisgarh, such as the recent rape in front of the Raipur bus stand, the sexual harassment of a four-year-old girl at a DPS school in Bhilai, and the gang rape of a tribal woman in Pusor, Raigarh. She accused the state police of negligence, alleging that they often dismiss such incidents without proper investigation or FIRs.
“The entire country is angry and agitated,” Shrinate said, referring to the nationwide outrage over these crimes. She criticized the government for failing to protect women and for allegedly shielding the perpetrators. “Whether it’s Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, or Chhattisgarh, those in power seem more concerned with protecting the accused than ensuring justice for the victims,” she added.
Shrinate highlighted the troubling statistic that nearly 600 rape cases have been reported in Chhattisgarh in the past eight months, with over 3,000 criminal activities targeting women. She also pointed to the broader national context, where crimes against women have surged, often involving individuals in positions of power, including MPs and political leaders.
The Congress spokesperson called on the government to take immediate and decisive action to protect women and ensure that justice is served. “This is not just a matter of law and order; it’s a blot on our society and humanity,” she stated, urging the government to stand with the daughters and women of the country rather than the perpetrators of these heinous crimes.
Shrinate’s remarks come at a time of growing public anger and frustration over the perceived inaction of the authorities in addressing crimes against women, and her call for accountability reflects the deepening concern over the safety of women in India.
