Advertisement
Champawat, Uttarakhand: In a shocking development, Kamal Rawat, a leader expelled from the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), was arrested on Sunday in Champawat, Uttarakhand, on charges of allegedly raping a minor girl. The arrest was confirmed by Police Officer Yogesh Upadhyay, who stated that Rawat was taken into custody late in the evening and is slated to appear in court on Monday.
The incident has sparked widespread condemnation, with the Congress party expressing outrage over the alleged assault. In a symbolic protest, members of the Congress burnt an effigy of the BJP government, demanding swift justice for the victim and stringent action against the accused.
The police have registered a case against Kamal Rawat under the stringent Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, along with relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC). The charges signify the gravity of the alleged crime, emphasizing the legal commitment to protecting minors from sexual exploitation.
The victim underwent a medical examination on Saturday, as part of the investigative procedures. However, due to the traumatic nature of the incident, her official statement could not be recorded in court. Authorities are working diligently to ensure a conducive environment for the survivor to provide her testimony.
Nirmal Mehra, the BJP’s Champawat District President, confirmed that Kamal Rawat has been expelled from the party in the wake of the serious allegations.
The judiciary and law enforcement agencies are expected to ensure a thorough investigation, ensuring justice is served in this distressing case of alleged sexual assault against a minor.
