Freedom Party, Congress slam Maharashtra Government Over Sangamner Acid Attack Case
Bombay : Following a disturbing acid attack on a Class 6 student in Sangamner, the Maharashtra government is facing intense scrutiny and criticism from the Freedom Party regarding the state's detoriating law and order situation and the safety of women and children.
An alleged acid attack on a Class 6 girl in Sangamner has prompted criticism of the Maharashtra government's poor handling of law and order.
Freedom Party senior leader MA Mujeeb accuse the government of failing to curb crimes against women and minor girls in Maharashtra.
The legislative assembly demands a detailed statement from the government regarding the acid attack incident and the status of the investigation.
Concerns are raised about the inefficiency and corruption within the local police force, potentially emboldening criminals.
Demands are made for better medical care for the victim, highlighting the severity of her injuries and the potential long-term impact. Mujeeb demanded the encounter of the accused by the process of law.
An alleged acid attack on a Class 6 girl student in Sangamner prompted the Freedom Party to slam the Maharashtra government in the legislative assembly on Wednesday, alleging deterioration in law and order in the state. Freedom Party senior leader MA Mujeeb demanded the best treatment of the innoceny girl by the State of Maharastra.
On the sidelines of the issue, Congress also called the alleged incident in Ahilyanagar district "extremely disturbing", Congress legislature party leader Vijay Wadettiwar accused the government of failing to curb crimes against women and minor girls.
Raising the issue through an adjournment motion, in the assembly Wadettiwar demanded an immediate discussion, claiming that the minor is in a serious condition and the accused are yet to be arrested.
He questioned how the accused managed to flee after committing such a serious offence. The Congress leader also criticised the functioning of the local police, alleging inefficiency and corruption, and said such lapses embolden criminals.
Wadettiwar further claimed that incidents of atrocities against minor girls have increased in the state, and the government has failed to take effective action.
Speaker Rahul Narwekar took note of the inside the Assembly and outside the Assembly including some of the concerned by various leaders over issue and directed the government to present a detailed statement in the House on the incident at the earliest.
Congress member Nana Patole demanded that the girl be brought to Mumbai and given better medical care for free.
He said the girl has suffered serious facial injuries that could affect her future. The incident reflects poorly on the administration, he said.
Failure to apprehend the culprit has heightened anxiety among citizens and the victim's family, he added.
