Sanjay Pandey

Under the leadership of Jharkhand's Rural Development Minister, Deepika Pandey Singh, a three-member delegation met with a minor rape survivor from Jharkhand in Vadodara, Gujarat, to assess her condition and offer support. The minister and her team not only inquired about the survivor’s well-being but also extended financial assistance by handing over a cheque of ₹4 lakh to her family. The delegation demanded strict action from the Gujarat government to ensure the harshest punishment for the accused. Minister Deepika Pandey Singh was accompanied by IG Suman Gupta and Social Welfare Director Kiran Pansi during the visit.

The Incident

The incident occurred in the Jhagadia GIDC area of Bharuch, Gujarat, where a minor girl from Jharkhand was raped. Following the crime, the survivor received initial treatment at Ankleshwar Hospital and was later transferred to Bharuch Civil Hospital and finally to SSG Hospital in Vadodara.After learning about the incident, Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren directed Minister Deepika Pandey Singh to lead a team to provide immediate assistance to the survivor and her family. The state government, known for its sensitivity toward migrant Jharkhand residents, ensured prompt support. The local police have already arrested the accused, and further legal proceedings are underway. The Jharkhand government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the victim and her family while ensuring justice in the case.