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A horrific incident in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, has ignited widespread outrage and sparked a political battle between the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the opposition Congress. The incident involved the rape of a woman on a busy footpath, filmed by onlookers who chose to record the crime instead of intervening. The incident has been condemned as a grave failure of the law enforcement system and a reflection of the growing problem of violence against women in India.
The BJP government in Madhya Pradesh has been criticized for its response to the incident. The opposition, led by Rahul Gandhi, has pointed to the increasing number of crimes against women in the state and accused the government of failing to provide adequate protection for women. They have also highlighted the callousness of onlookers who chose to film the crime instead of coming to the victim's aid. This incident underscores the growing concern about bystander apathy and the role of social media in normalizing violence against women.
The BJP government has defended its actions, stating that the accused has been arrested and that strict action will be taken against him. They have also countered the opposition's claims, arguing that the Congress is politicizing the issue for gaining political mileage. This incident has further highlighted the deep political divisions in the country and raised important questions about the effectiveness of the law enforcement system in protecting women from violence.
Source: Opposition Slams Madhya Pradesh BJP Govt Over Rape of Woman on Ujjain Footpath