Outrage has erupted in Pune following the shocking sexual assault of a 21-year-old woman by three unidentified individuals near the Bopdev Ghat area late Thursday night. The incident occurred around 11 pm, leaving the victim deeply traumatized. Law enforcement was alerted early Friday morning at approximately 5 am, with authorities immediately launching an investigation.
Pune’s Joint Commissioner of Police, Ranjan Kumar Sharma, confirmed that ten specialized teams from the crime and detective branches have been formed to locate and apprehend the attackers.
The assault has triggered a wave of condemnation from public officials. NCP-SCP working president Supriya Sule strongly criticized the state’s home department for its inability to ensure the safety of women. In her statement, Sule expressed her outrage over the incident and urged the government to take immediate action to deliver justice to the victim.
NCP-SCP leader Sharad Pawar also addressed the issue, highlighting the public’s growing frustration with the increasing violence against women. Pawar pointed out the irony of the government promoting the Ladki Behan Yojana, a financial support scheme for women, while failing to protect them from such brutal attacks.
As the investigation unfolds, citizens and officials alike are calling for swift justice and stronger measures to ensure the safety of women across the state.
