'There was an improvement after the Nirbhaya case but...', former CJI Chandrachud made a big demand on the pune bus rape case.
The whole country is angry over the rape incident in pune, Maharashtra. Former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud said that we cannot stop such incidents just by making laws, it should also be implemented.
Pune bus Rape Case
The search for the accused in the alleged rape of a woman inside a bus at Swargate bus Depot in pune, Maharashtra has intensified. The demand for strict punishment for the absconding criminal is increasing across the country, meanwhile, former Chief Justice of india D.Y. Chandrachud has also reacted.
Former Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud said on thursday (February 27, 2025) that there were many improvements in the laws after the Nirbhaya incident, but such crimes cannot be stopped by making laws only. He said, "Laws made for women should be implemented properly. women should feel safe wherever they go. In such cases, proper investigation, strict action, quick trial, and punishment are necessary." He also stressed the responsibility of the police and the justice system to ensure the safety of women.
Police action: Reward announced on the accused
Opposition parties have compared this incident to the 2012 delhi Nirbhaya case, which has increased pressure on the government. The police have formed several special teams to arrest history-sheeter Dattatreya Ramdas Gade (37). pune police Commissioner Amitesh Kumar said that a reward of ₹ 1 lakh will be given to the person who gives information about the whereabouts of the accused.
How did the crime happen
This depot of maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) located at Swargate is the largest bus station in the city. The victim said that at 5:45 am on Tuesday, when she was waiting for a bus to Phaltan in Satara district, the accused called her 'didi' and engaged her in a conversation, and told her that his bus was parked on the other platform. After this, the accused took her to an empty 'Shiv Shahi' AC bus, whose lights were off. Initially, the woman hesitated, but the accused assured her that this was the right bus. As soon as the woman boarded the bus, the accused entered, closed the door and raped her. After the incident, the accused fled.
Investigation and further action
The police are searching for the accused based on CCTV footage. The MSRTC administration has started reviewing the security arrangements. A rapid investigation is going on based on the victim's statement. This case raises serious questions about women's safety. Pressure is mounting on the government and the police administration to arrest the culprit as soon as possible and provide speedy justice.
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