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NPRD demands strict action against rapist of deaf girl in UP

Hyderabad, Apr 18 (UNI) The National Platform for the Rights of the Disabled (NPRD) and its Women’s Department State Committees have strongly condemned the brutal rape of a deaf girl in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh, demanding stringent action against the accused, Dan Singh.
In a statement signed by T Varamma, State Honorary President, K Venkat, State President, M Adivaya, State General Secretary and C Sayamma, State Convener, NPRD Women's Wing here on Friday, said the heinous act of dragging a deaf girl into a field and sexually assaulting her highlights the urgent need for stronger legal protections for women with disabilities. The organization demanded that the accused be charged under the POCSO Act and Sections 92(b), 92(d), and 92(e) of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPD) Act, 2016.
“The serious injuries on the girl's face are a clear indication of the inhuman brutality inflicted upon her,” the NPRD stated, adding that rape cases against women with disabilities are rising, particularly in BJP-ruled states. The forum criticised the Yogi Adityanath government for its failure to protect the disabled and accused it of negligence in taking swift action.
The NPRD also expressed concern over reports that the accused opened fire on the police during the attempted arrest, calling it further evidence of a law-and-order breakdown.
Calling for the formulation of a special protection law to address sexual violence against women with disabilities, the NPRD also urged the government to ensure immediate and quality medical care for the victim and protection for her family, fearing possible threats from the accused or his associates.
The forum called on the Central Government to step in and take concrete measures to prevent such atrocities and ensure justice for the victims.
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