‘Transgender people deserve dignity:’ Jan Suraaj Transgender Candidate Priti Kinnar
A rare candidature marks a significant step for transgender visibility in Bihar politics, despite the continued stigma faced by the community. Social worker Priti Kinnar (Preeti Kinnar), a transgender activist, is the candidate fielded by Prashant Kishor’s Jan Suraaj Party for the 2025 Bihar Assembly elections. Her candidature is also a strong message of inclusion and signals the changing political engagement by the marginalized groups in Bihar. Transgender candidates have been contesting elections for over a decade in India, but not many win. Her victory may be historic like that of Shabnam Mausi, who remains the most-well known transgender MLA, representing Sohagpur assembly constituency in Madhya Pradesh, elected in 1998. Speaking to Outlook, Priti stressed, that she believes that she will winning this election as she has complete faith in her community and the work she has done in the region. Priti faces a tough battle as she would be challenging the sitting Janta Dal (United) MLA currently the State Education Minister and former IPS office, Sunil Kumar as a candidate for the Bhorey constituency, Gopalganj district. What does she count as her strength? “My strength lies in the fact that I have been a part of every aspect of my constituency. I live here and take part in every activity here. I don’t think my opponent can challenge that. So, I am certain of my victory.” Originally from Sitamarhi district, Priti was forced to leave her parents’ home at the age of 20 after facing humiliation from the local residents. She lives in the Kalyanpur village of Bhore block, where her source of livelihood is farming and Badhai gana, the traditional celebratory singing. “Even the little money that I make from attending to the door-to-door celebrations, I give it back to the society. This is how I have lived my life since I left my home. That is why I have earned a lot of respect from people here. But having said that the stigma that I faced back then persists in the society even today for the transgender people,” he says. Bhorey, is a reserved seat for Scheduled Castes and falls under the Gopalganj Lok Sabha constituency. It’s located in northwestern Bihar, bordering UP. The region depends on agriculture for their livelihoods. There is hardly any industrial activity. “You can say, I have earned the trust of my people,” says Priti, 41, as she continues to talk about her social work and community engagement . “I have been engaged in social work for over two decades. Wherever someone needs help, I try and I reach them and provide whatever help I can. I go and meet those affected by distress and disaster,” Priti told Outlook. Although transgender vote in her constituency is limited, what made her decide on contesting the elections? “Even my decision to join politics is due to the suggestions given by the people of Bhorey Assembly constituency. I initially hoped to contest as an independent contestant with a focus on social justice, equality and empowerment of all the marginalized groups. I realised that my vision aligned with the Jan Suraag Party and that is when I decided to join them.” So, what is it that she truly wants to achieve through active politics? “Access to education, medical care and guaranteed employment should be granted to transgender people. At the same time, I want to speak on behalf of all the oppressed groups, who don’t get a fair representation. Meanwhile, the transgender community continues to face stigma and exclusion and I take it as my responsibility to do something about it. To begin with, equals rights and dignity with more access to education and medical care for the community. And it can be achieved through political engagement,” she says. For the Bihar 2025 Assembly elections, Prashant Kishor’s newly-formed Jan Suraaj party has fielded 239 candidates. The candidates include doctors and educators, with a focus on local identity and community contributions. Fozia Yasin Courtesy : Outlook India Note: This news is originally published on https:/outlookindia.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
The Brazilian model Rahul Gandhi mentioned… Her video is out, see what she said.
Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition Rahul Gandhi held a press conference on Wednesday to address vote theft in Haryana. He allegedly shared a photo of a Brazilian model and claimed that she had 22 fake votes in 10 booths in the Rai Assembly constituency. Now, this Brazilian model has released a video to make her point. New Delhi: Lok Sabha Leader of the Opposition and Congress leader Rahul Gandhi held a press conference on Wednesday to reiterate his allegations of alleged vote theft. Rahul Gandhi also mentioned a Brazilian model. He claimed that this Brazilian model cast 22 fake votes in 10 booths in the Haryana elections. Following Rahul’s allegations, people started searching Google to find out who this Brazilian model was. Now, a video of this Brazilian model has surfaced. In the video, the model describes herself. What did the model say in the video? In the video, a Brazilian model named ‘Larissa’ expressed shock after discovering that her photo was allegedly used multiple times on Haryana’s voter list. Reacting to the news, the Brazilian model shared a video on X. Speaking in Portuguese, she jokingly said, “Guys, I’m going to tell you a joke. This is very bad! Are they using my old photo? My photo is old; I was young then. They’re using my photo for voting in India, calling me Indian to fight each other. Look how strange this is!” Hello India, I was asked to do a video for Indian journalists. That’s why I’m making this video. I have nothing to do with Indian politics. I’ve never been to India. I was a Brazilian model and digital influencer. I love the people of India. Thank you very much. Namaste! “I only know Namaste” The Brazilian model said, “I made this official video for the people of India.” She further added, “Now I’ll have to learn some Indian words as well.” Larissa asked, “What are these words? I only know Namaste, and what other words do I need to learn?” The model continued, “I’ll become famous in India. Can you believe it? I will become famous. Got it? That’s all I have to say on this issue. Now it’s very serious. That’s all I have to say on this issue.” Earlier, the model said, “Do you think I look Indian? I think I look Mexican.” The model continued, “I want to thank the kindness of you Indians who are seeing my stories here.” She added that they are sending them to Indian newspapers and translating them for India. Indian journalists contacting her In the video, Larissa revealed that a reporter even contacted her at her workplace. Additionally, he was contacted on Instagram for comments on his alleged participation in the elections in India. He further said, “A friend sent me another photo, you won’t believe it,” and described the situation as “unbelievable” and “strange.” Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has intensified his accusations of “vote theft” against the Bharatiya Janata Party and the Election Commission, alleging that 2.5 million fake votes were cast in the 2024 Haryana Assembly elections. Edited by: Anil Kumar About the Author Anil Kumar is part of the home page team at Navbharat Times Digital. He has nearly 16 years of experience in both newspaper and digital media. He has been with Navbharat Times Online since January 2021. He writes news and analysis on politics and current affairs for the India and Delhi sections of the home page. He has previously reported on sports and education for Dainik Bhaskar in Haryana and Dainik Jagran in Chandigarh. He has worked on the central desks of Rajasthan Patrika, Jaipur, and Amar Ujala, Noida. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce degree from Delhi University and a PG Diploma in Journalism. Courtesy: Hindi News
Dalit student at DU commits suicide, BAPSA alleges serious ‘institutional pressure’
Student organization BAPSA blames ‘institutional pressure’ and discrimination; deceased was the sister of a JNUSU candidate, raising serious questions about mental health facilities New Delhi: A Delhi University (DU) student committed suicide on November 1. The student organization Birsa Ambedkar Phule Students’ Association (BAPSA) alleged that institutional pressure forced the student to take this extreme step. According to a report in Maktoob Media, the 19-year-old student was a Dalit student of Deshbandhu College and was found dead in her flat in Govindpuri. She was the sister of Jawaharlal Nehru University Students’ Union (JNUSU) presidential candidate Raj Ratan Rajoria, who represented BAPSA in the JNUSU elections. BAPSA said that this suicide reflects the continued neglect of mental health support for marginalized students at Delhi University and the systemic discrimination they face. Maktoob Media quoted Rajoria as saying, “The police’s handling of this case was extremely insensitive. The officers arrived at the scene without a doctor and rejected requests to call one, saying it was too late.” The student organization also alleged that the police asked Rajoria to check her sister’s vitals and verbally declared her dead. The student’s body was handed over to the family on November 2, after which the family left for Madhya Pradesh. Rajoria was scheduled to deliver the presidential address on November 2, but was unable to do so due to this incident. Given this sensitive situation, JNU student organizations, the DUSU Election Committee, and other presidential candidates, in solidarity, decided to postpone the debate so that Rajoria could participate later. Rajoria expressed concern over the absence of a single female officer during the initial investigation following her sister’s suicide. BAPSA stated that Delhi University provides hostel facilities to only 1 percent of its students. The organization said that high hostel fees, interview-based selection, and requirements such as a ‘local guardian’ make these hostels largely inaccessible to students from marginalized communities. This forces students to rent cramped and expensive, roofed or single-room accommodation. According to the association, the deceased lived in a poorly maintained flat that lacked proper ventilation and a safe environment. APSA said the incident highlights Delhi University’s ongoing “institutional apathy” towards marginalized students, especially those from Dalit and Bahujan backgrounds. The association also stressed that DU has only one visiting psychiatrist on North Campus for its over 700,000 students and thousands of staff, and no clinical psychologists. Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
UP: 22-year-old Dalit woman brutally murdered in Jaunpur, throat slit body found, terror in the area
The incident took place in Sultanpur village of Sujanganj, where the body was found 200 meters from her home. Four special teams have been formed to investigate. Jaunpur (Uttar Pradesh): The Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh was shaken by a gruesome murder late Monday night. A 22-year-old Dalit woman was brutally murdered with a sharp-edged weapon in the Sujanganj police station area. The woman’s body was recovered from a deserted area a short distance from her home. The incident has gripped the entire area. Based on preliminary investigations, police suspect a love affair as the motive behind the murder. The woman did not return home until late at night. The incident occurred in Sultanpur (Narharpur) village, under the Sujanganj police station area. The deceased woman has been identified as 22-year-old Roshni alias Ruchi Gautam, daughter of Brijbhushan Gautam. According to reports, Roshni left home in the evening, but when she didn’t return until late at night, her family became concerned. They began searching for her. Roshni’s body, covered in blood and with her throat slit, was found lying in a secluded area about 200 meters from the house. Police are searching for the accused. The family was devastated upon seeing their daughter’s body. Upon learning of the incident, a crowd of local villagers gathered at the scene. Sujanganj police immediately arrived, brought the situation under control, and took custody of the body. Given the seriousness of the case, Superintendent of Police (SP) Dr. Kaustubh Kumar and other senior officers also arrived at the scene and conducted an investigation. The police have sent the body for a post-mortem examination. On the SP’s instructions, four special teams have been formed to investigate various aspects of this murder and immediately arrest the accused. Regarding the matter, CO Badlapur Vivek Singh stated, “Prima facie, the case appears to be related to a love affair. Based on the complaint received, a murder case has been registered. Four police teams have been formed to arrest the accused, and legal proceedings are underway. The situation in the village is currently tense, but due to the deployment of police forces, the situation is reported to be under control.” Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News
Meet Akkai Padmashali, first transgender person from Karnataka to be part of SC-appointed panel
Trans rights activist Akkai Padmashali speaks about being named as a member of a Supreme Court-appointed committee. Trans rights activist Akkai Padmashali has been named as a member of a Supreme Court-appointed committee that has been to formulate an equal opportunity policy for the protection of the rights of transgender persons. With this, Ms. Padmashali becomes the first transgender person from Karnataka to be part of a panel appointed by the apex court. It is also the first Supreme Court-appointed committee to have representation from the transgender community. Reporting: Shilpa Elizabeth Courtesy : The Hindu Note: This news is originally published on https:/thehindu.com/bha and is used purely for non-profit/non-commercial purposes, especially human rights
The army, government jobs, companies… India’s upper castes are taking over the entire system, Rahul Gandhi’s major allegation
Rahul Gandhi made a serious allegation at an election rally in Bihar. He said that upper castes dominate big companies, government jobs, and the army. Dalits, backward castes, and minorities are underrepresented in these key positions. He reiterated his demand for a caste census. The BJP has called this statement dangerous. New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi made a serious allegation at an election rally in Kutumba, Bihar. He said that upper castes dominate big companies, government jobs, and the army. He said that Dalits, backward castes, and minorities, who constitute 90% of the country’s population, are not in sufficient numbers in these key positions. He made this statement today, just before the first phase of voting in the Bihar Assembly elections. Rahul Gandhi reiterated his demand for a national caste census, saying it is essential for equal representation and constitutional rights. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has strongly objected to his statement and called it dangerous. In his statement, Rahul Gandhi said that if one looks at the list of 500 large companies, Dalits, Extremely Backward Castes, Mahadalits, minorities, and tribals will not be seen. He claimed that all these people represent only 10% of the country’s population, which comes from upper castes. He also alleged that all the money in banks, all the jobs, and important positions in the bureaucracy are held by these upper castes. He also accused the army of being controlled by upper castes. However, the army does not have any official records of such caste-wise data. Similarly, limited information is available about the higher judiciary. Rahul Gandhi’s statement came while he was addressing a rally in Kutumba, a Scheduled Caste (SC) reserved constituency. The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) reacted sharply to Rahul Gandhi’s statement. BJP leaders called his statement divisive and dangerous for the country. BJP spokesperson Pradeep Bhandari posted on Instagram, saying, “Rahul Gandhi now wants to divide our armed forces on the basis of caste! The Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force stand for ‘Nation First,’ not caste, religion, or class. Rahul Gandhi hates our brave armed forces! Rahul Gandhi is anti-India!” Andhra Pradesh Minister Satya Kumar Yadav also reacted, writing, “Rahul Gandhi’s rhetoric has reached a new low. By dragging the Indian Army into his casteist rhetoric, he has insulted one of the most professional and apolitical forces in the world, where soldiers serve for the tricolor, not on the basis of caste.” Mumbai BJP spokesperson Suresh Nakhua said, “In his hatred for Prime Minister Modi, he has already crossed the line into hating India.” Rahul’s Caste Agenda in Bihar Rahul Gandhi has been talking about ‘social justice’ and ‘anti-casteism’ for the past few years, especially in Bihar. The Congress’s main ally in Bihar is the Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD), which has traditionally been a party of backward castes, particularly Yadavs and Muslims, although its electoral base has shifted over time. As far as the figures cited by Rahul Gandhi are concerned, recent caste data is not readily available nationwide. This information will be collected in the next census. What does the Bihar Caste Survey data say? However, Bihar conducted a caste survey in 2023. According to this survey, the so-called upper caste or unreserved category constitutes a little over 15% of the population in Bihar. The survey also revealed that Extremely Backward Castes (EBCs), for whom the RJD and Congress-led Grand Alliance have made special promises, are the largest caste or community group in Bihar, accounting for 36% of the population. Other Backward Classes (OBCs) are followed by 27%, Scheduled Castes (SCs) at around 20%, and Adivasis at just under 2%. By religion, approximately 18% of the population is Muslim and approximately 82% is Hindu. There is no separate caste-based data in the army. There is no separate caste-based data available in the military. However, it is true that regiments have traditionally been named after different communities. Rahul Gandhi is citing surveys and available data to argue that backward castes are deprived of representation in all important sectors due to discrimination. Regarding representation in the judiciary, according to data shared by the government in Parliament, only one-third of the judges appointed to various High Courts between 2018-22 were from minority communities. Data on Castes in the Judicial System The Law Ministry, in response to a question, stated that only 4% of judges were from Scheduled Castes (SCs) or Scheduled Tribes (STs), and about 11% were from Other Backward Classes (OBCs). There is no reservation in the appointment of judges in the Supreme Court and High Courts. Therefore, the Ministry stated that category-wise data regarding the representation of individuals from any caste or class is not centrally available. However, it shared details for the High Courts from 2018, as judges are required to provide details of their social background. In its response in the Lok Sabha, the Ministry also underlined that the responsibility for initiating proposals for the appointment of judges to the Supreme Court rests with the Chief Justice of India and the Chief Justices of the respective High Courts. The Ministry also stated that the government is committed to enhancing social diversity in the judiciary. “Upper Castes Control Important Institutions” In his speech, Rahul Gandhi also pointed out that upper castes control important institutions such as the corporate world, bureaucracy, and the military. He emphasized that Dalits, backward castes, and minorities, who constitute 90% of the country’s population, are not present in adequate numbers in these sectors. He reiterated the demand for a national caste census, stating that it is essential for equitable representation and constitutional rights. Curated by: Ashok Upadhyay About the Author Ashok Upadhyay is a Senior Digital Content Producer at Navbharat Times Online. 10 years of experience in journalism. Started his journalism career in 2014 with the Hindi newspaper Navbharat Times. He specializes in reporting on politics, sports, and the crime beat. He has also worked on the central desk at Amar Ujala Dehradun. He has also done ground reporting for several elections. He has
Rahul Gandhi to detonate a ‘hydrogen bomb’ amid Bihar elections, press conference to be held shortly
Congress leader Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to hold a press conference on Wednesday, ahead of the first phase of voting in the Bihar elections. It is believed that Rahul Gandhi may allegedly detonate a ‘hydrogen bomb’ during this press conference amid the election campaign New Delhi: Congress MP Rahul Gandhi is scheduled to hold a press conference at the AICC headquarters in New Delhi on Wednesday at 12 noon. Speculation is rife that he may make a major revelation, which was previously described as a ‘hydrogen bomb’ related to allegations of vote theft and voter list manipulation. On September 1, Rahul Gandhi warned the BJP of a major revelation, saying that he would soon detonate a ‘hydrogen bomb’ regarding its allegations of vote theft, as what was shown about Mahadevnagar was merely an ‘atom bomb’. Another scathing attack on the BJP Addressing a gathering on the last day of the “Voter Rights Yatra,” Gandhi launched a scathing attack on the BJP. Rahul said, “The forces that murdered Mahatma Gandhi are now trying to destroy the Constitution of India.” The 16-day-long “Voter Rights Yatra,” led by Congress MP and Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha, Rahul Gandhi, aims to raise awareness about voter rights and protest alleged “vote theft” and alleged irregularities in the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of the electoral rolls. The Prime Minister will not be able to show his face. Rahul Gandhi said in Patna that the same forces that murdered Mahatma Gandhi are trying to destroy the Constitution of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar and Mahatma Gandhi. The Congress leader said, “We will not let them destroy the Constitution of India… We received tremendous support during the Yatra. We will bring it, let the BJP get ready. Their truth will be revealed to the country. I thank the people of Bihar for helping us.” Rahul said, “I guarantee you, after the hydrogen bomb, Narendra Modi will not be able to show his face to this country.” Edited by: Anil Kumar About the author Anil Kumar He is part of the homepage team at Navbharat Times Digital. He has nearly 16 years of experience in both newspaper and digital media. He has been with Navbharat Times Online since January 2021. He writes news and analysis on politics and current affairs for the India and Delhi sections of the homepage. Courtesy: Hindi News
Nitish gave my father recognition, Rahul… The son of the ‘Mountain Man’ turned his back on the Congress after being denied a Congress ticket.
Bhagirath Manjhi, son of Bihar’s ‘Mountain Man’ Dashrath Manjhi, praised Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. He said that Nitish Kumar recognized his father’s great work in cutting mountains, for which he is grateful. However, he expressed disappointment at not receiving a Congress ticket despite receiving assurances from Rahul Gandhi and having built a permanent house for him. Rahul Gandhi visited Bhagirath Manjhi’s house (file) Gayaji: Bhagirath Manjhi, son of Bihar’s Mountain Man Dashrath Manjhi, praised Chief Minister Nitish Kumar. He said that Nitish Kumar recognized, praised, and recognized his father’s monumental work in cutting mountains and building roads. He will always be grateful to Nitish Kumar for this. Bhagirath Manjhi also recalled his meeting with opposition leader Rahul Gandhi, who had built a permanent house for his family. He expressed disappointment at not receiving a Congress ticket despite receiving assurances from him. “The Mountain Man’s” son praises Nitish Kumar Bhagirath Manjhi said that the person who brought his father Dashrath Manjhi’s work to the world’s attention was Nitish Kumar. He was the one who brought his father’s achievements to public attention. When asked about his meeting with Rahul Gandhi, he said, “I met Rahul Gandhi for the first time some time ago. I didn’t know him before.” Notably, the “Mountain Man’s” son was approached by the Congress party before the elections and promised a ticket to contest the Bihar elections. Bhagirath Manjhi still makes this claim, and he expressed disappointment at not receiving the opportunity. Displeased with not receiving a ticket from the Congress He said, “I told Rahul Gandhi that if I don’t get the ticket, you will have to face severe criticism. I also told him that I will also have to face rebuke for supporting the Congress.” However, he said he was grateful to Rahul Gandhi for building a permanent house for his family, adding that neither the Congress MP nor anyone else had informed him about it in advance. ‘Rahul Gandhi built my house’ Bhagirath Manjhi said that about a week after meeting Rahul Gandhi, engineers came to his village and built a house for his family, which has four bedrooms, a bathroom, and a kitchen. Recalling the meeting, he said that Rahul spoke to him openly, sat on his bed, and even drank coconut water. Edited by: Sunil Pandey About the author Sunil Pandey is a senior journalist with Navbharat Times Bihar-Jharkhand. He has experience in print, TV, and digital, with 20 years of experience in politics, sports, business, and ground reporting. Courtesy: Hindi News
A shocking incident in Mathura: A 10-year-old Dalit girl was allegedly gang-raped in a temple.
Mathura (Uttar Pradesh). A sensational case of gang rape of a 10-year-old Dalit girl has come to light in a village in Mathura district, Uttar Pradesh. Police reported on Sunday (November 2, 2025) that the incident occurred near a deserted temple in the Magorra police station area. The girl was found covered in blood, causing panic in the village. According to information received by MP Jankranti News, the police have registered a case against unknown accused and have launched a search for them. Quick Highlights Victim: A 10-year-old Dalit minor girl. Location: A village in the Magorra police station area of Mathura, near a temple located a short distance from the village. Incident: Three men allegedly stuffed a cloth into the girl’s mouth and gang-raped her. Accused: Three unidentified youths riding a motorcycle. Revelation: The girl’s elder sister heard the screams and rushed to the temple, prompting the accused to flee. Police action: The Additional Superintendent of Police stated that a case has been registered against unknown suspects and a search has been launched. The crime was committed under the pretext of asking for water. How did the incident occur? According to police information, this incident occurred in a village in the Magorra police station area. Two sisters were washing clothes at a well located some distance from the village. After washing, the elder sister left her younger sister (the victim) there and went home. Police reported that three young men, allegedly riding a motorcycle, arrived at the scene and asked the girl for water. Finding the area deserted, the three men took the girl to a nearby temple. It is alleged that the three men then stuffed a cloth into the girl’s mouth and raped her. The girl was found drenched in blood. The perpetrators fled when the elder sister arrived. When the girl did not return home for a long time, her elder sister returned to the well in search of her. She heard her younger sister’s screams, and then ran towards the temple. Seeing her older sister approach, the accused fled the scene on a motorcycle. Several villagers then arrived at the scene and immediately informed the police. Police Registered a Case Additional Superintendent of Police Avnish Kumar confirmed the case. He stated that a case has been registered against unknown accused persons under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code. Police have launched a search using technical evidence and informants to identify the perpetrators. Following this incident, an atmosphere of panic has gripped the village, and local residents are deeply angered. By Jankranti Courtesy: Hindi News
Brutality against a 6-year-old girl in Chandauli, UP: Biscuits, toffees, and gutkha wrappers found near the body in straw; mother faints after seeing bleeding from her genitals!
Shocking incident in Alinagar, Chandauli: Body of innocent girl found in straw; family suspects rape; 3 suspects detained Chandauli: A shocking incident has come to light in the Alinagar police station area of Chandauli district, Uttar Pradesh. The body of a six-year-old girl, missing since Monday evening, was found hidden in a straw pile in the village on Tuesday morning. Eyewitnesses suspect the girl was brutally raped and then murdered. Police have taken the body into custody and sent it for a postmortem examination. They have detained three suspects in the case and begun questioning them. How did the incident happen? According to family members, the girl was returning from her uncle’s house with her grandmother at around 8:30 pm on Monday night. On the way, the grandmother stopped to talk to an acquaintance, while the girl continued walking home. When she didn’t return home for a long time, the family became worried and began searching for her. After searching all night, and still finding no sign of the girl, they went searching for her again on Tuesday morning. A short distance from the house, they found the girl’s blood-stained clothes lying near a haystack. Biscuit, candy, and gutkha wrappers were also scattered nearby. Fearing the worst, the hay was removed and the girl’s body was discovered, causing a moment of panic within the family. The deceased girl’s father tearfully recounts, “I last saw the girl at around 7:30 in the evening. When she wasn’t seen after that, her mother told me to go find her and then we’d have dinner. But the girl hasn’t been found. It’s been three days, and the accused hasn’t been caught.” Police Investigation and Action Upon receiving information about the incident, Chandauli Superintendent of Police (SP) Aditya Langeh and Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Anant Chandrashekhar arrived at the scene with police force and a forensic team. The forensic team collected blood-stained clothes, wrappers, and other evidence from the scene for examination. Acting immediately, the police detained three suspects and are being interrogated. The family suspects a man from the same village of perpetrating the crime. Police officials stated that the external injuries on the girl’s body are unclear. ASP Anant Chandrashekhar stated that the actual cause of death and rape will only be confirmed after the postmortem report. Currently, a case has been registered against unknown persons and an investigation is underway. Announcement of 10 Lakh Rupees Compensation Following this heinous incident, the district administration has also become active. Local MLA Ramesh Jaiswal, who is currently busy with the Bihar Assembly elections, issued strict instructions to officials over the phone. He demanded the immediate arrest of the culprits and strict action. On the MLA’s instructions, financial assistance of ₹10 lakh has been announced for the victim’s family under the Rani Lakshmibai Mahila Samman Yojana. This amount will be transferred directly to the beneficiary’s account (DBT) within a week. Additionally, officials have been instructed to provide a permanent home under the Chief Minister’s Housing Scheme if the family has a kutcha house. Youth Congress District President Visits Victim’s Family Chandauli Youth Congress District President Madhavendra Murti Ojha, who visited the victim’s family at their home, stated that the police have filed a charge sheet in the case and arrested three suspects. However, these suspects are yet to be apprehended. He said, “The local MLA is currently contesting the Bihar elections. He hasn’t even arrived yet despite such a major incident.” Uttar Pradesh Tops in Such Crimes According to the latest NCRB (National Crime Records Bureau) data, Uttar Pradesh has the highest number of cases of sexual assault against minors in the country. According to the 2023 report, a total of 18,852 cases of crimes against children were registered in Uttar Pradesh, of which 38.2% were registered under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO). State Number of POCSO Cases (2021) Total Cases of Crimes against Children (2023) National Rank (2023) Uttar Pradesh 7,129 18,852 Third in Total Cases Maharashtra 6,200 22,390 Second Madhya Pradesh 22,393 First Kerala 6,070 Data not available High Rate, but Low Numbers A total of 177,335 cases of crimes against children were registered across India in 2023, of which 67,694 were under the POCSO Act. However, Uttar Pradesh registered 7,129 cases under the POCSO Act in 2021, and 6,898 in 2020, the highest in the country. In cases of sexual assault under the POCSO Act, the accused were mostly known to the girls (family, neighbors, or friends). The national crime rate was 39.9 cases per 100,000 child population in 2023. However, this rate in Uttar Pradesh was slightly lower than the national average (8.1 per 100,000). Rajan Chaudhary Courtesy: Hindi News