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IN PHOTOS: Rail Roko protest at Badlapur station after sexual assault at school
Updated On: 20 August, 2024 04:24 PM IST | Asif Ali Sayed
Outrage of people in Badlapur following the alleged sexual assault at a prestigious school led to Rail Roko protest at Badlapur station in Thane district of Maharashtra


The incident sparked anger, with a large crowd gathering at the school gate, demanding accountability for what they believe was gross negligence by the school administration

Protesters have called for immediate and concrete measures to ensure the protection of the students

Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has pledged that those responsible will face severe consequences and has instructed that the case be moved to a fast-track court for speedy justice

Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis has ordered the formation of a SIT headed by Aarti Singh, a senior IPS officer of the rank of Inspector General of Police, to investigate the unfortunate incident in Badlapur

He has also ordered the Thane Police Commissioner to submit a proposal today to take the case to the fast track court to take strict action against the culprits

There will be an investigation to confirm if Sakhi Savitri Committees, which work to protect women and children, have been established in schools, CM said
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