Murthal rape case: Kejriwal, Maliwal urge strict action

Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on Friday termed as “shocking and shameful” the alleged gangrapes of women in Haryana’s Murthal area during the Jat quota stir and demanded strict punishment for the culprits.

“Murthal gang-rapes are shocking and shameful. Strongest punishment should be given to the culprits (sic),” Kejriwal tweeted.

Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) Chief Swati Maliwal has urged the rape victims belonging to Delhi to approach the body for legal support and justice.

The victims can either call 181 women’s helpline or visit the DCW office. It will ensure that their confidentiality is maintained, Maliwal said.

“Heard girl raped in Murthal from Delhi. Please call 181 or come to my office. Full confidentiality and support assured. Please help nail culprits immediately,” Maliwal tweeted.

As per media reports, women who were passing Murthal in Sonepat district were allegedly stopped and raped in fields close to the national highway by Jat protesters.

A committee of three women police officers was on Friday set up by Haryana government to receive any complaint of rape of women during the Jat quota agitation.