New Delhi, Aug 21 (UNI) Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi on Wednesday expressed concern over rise in violence against women and said that it is time to collectively take steps to stop such crimes and provide a safe environment to women in the society.
On social media handle X Gandhi said, “After West Bengal, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, shameful crimes against daughters in Maharashtra also force us to think about where we are heading as a society”.
He said, “After crime against two innocents in Badlapur, the initial step was not taken until the angry public came out in large numbers and hit the streets ‘pleading for justice”.
“Do we now have to resort to protest to register an FIR? Why has it become so difficult for victims to even go to the police station?” the former Congress President asked.
The Raebareli MP said, “Efforts are made to hide crimes than to provide justice to victims. Not registering an FIR not only discourages the victims but also emboldens the criminals”.
“All governments, citizens and political parties will have to think seriously about what steps should be taken to provide a safe environment to women in the society. Justice is the right of every citizen, he or she cannot be made to depend on the will of the police and administration,” Gandhi said.
