Vasai, a suburban town of Palghar district. Is currently surrounded with shocking incident that has created the concern about safety of the community. Anand Singh a local resident has sexually assaulted the women from Surat for two days specifically Monday and Tuesday of these week. The case is under investigation which had raised serious questions on safety of women’s and justice.
These incidents came out when a young 26-year-old women (victim) stood the courage and reported to local police. According to the officially statement of Wednesday she travelled From Surat to Vasai as he offered the job in reality show. Singh took her to his house near More Talao in Nalasopara and raped her, as per the officials he beat her and threatened her. According to the primary report Singh exploited the traumatic situation for two days.
Anand Singh was 30years old man known in the local community has no prior criminal record, which could anticipate the crime, the local authorities and neighbours wear shocked, according to neighbours the man was kind, and use to stay in himself which led to confusion and disbelief the case.
The Vasai police started the investigation. Senior inspector leading the investigation. Police stating allegation with seriousness he said “We have recorded the victim’s statement and conducted the medical examination which can proof the assault. We are gathering all the effective evidences including CCTV footages. And witnesses to build the solid strong case.
The safety of women in such sub urban cities is becoming the important point of discussion. As the Mumbai is known as one of the safest city for women’s and children’s such incidents come into focus shows the necessity to improve safety measures
As the police is continuing the investigation till then Anand Singh will remain in custody. Local women protest and expressed the soliditary. Vasai Mahila Samiti took forefront for the victim’s protest. “This incident is a stark reminder that we cannot take women’s safety for granted. We demand swift action and a thorough investigation to ensure that justice is served. Our society must do more to protect women and create a safer environment,”
The victim is receiving the medical and psychological support to overcome from the incident. Her bravery is coming forward the voice on sexual assaultation, to fight against it. These incident underscores the change in society. Such crimes should not be tolerated.
Shilpa Chalke