A 15-year-old girl was raped by two contractual employees at Mahatma Gandhi Hospital in Jodhpur, marking the fourth such case in the city within two weeks. The girl, who had left home after an altercation with her mother, was found near the hospital canteen and revealed the assault to police. The accused, identified as sanitary workers, were arrested after a medical examination confirmed the rape. Opposition parties have criticized the government, claiming a deterioration in law and order in the state.
According to reports, the girl had left her home following a disagreement with her mother and was found near the hospital canteen the next day. She revealed the assault to the police, who then launched an investigation.
The accused, identified as sanitary workers, were arrested after a medical examination confirmed the rape. The police used CCTV footage to identify the suspects and confirmed their employment status with the hospital administration.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety and security of individuals, particularly minors, in public places. Opposition parties have criticized the government, claiming a deterioration in law and order in the state.
Former Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot stated that the incident highlights the "jungle raj" in Rajasthan, where criminals have no fear of the law. State Congress chief Govind Singh Dotasra added that the law and order situation has worsened under the current government, with crimes against women occurring in every district.
The incident has sparked outrage, with many demanding improved security measures and swift action against the perpetrators.
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