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Odisha CM condemns Gopalpur gang rape incident, orders exemplary action

Bhubaneswar, June 17 (UNI) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on today strongly condemned the alleged gang rape incident at Gopalpur beach and assured that exemplary action would be taken against all the accused.
Terming the incident “a crime against humanity,” the Chief Minister said such acts are highly condemnable and no one involved will be spared. He affirmed that the strictest punishment permissible under the law would be imposed.
Acting on the Chief Minister’s directive, the police swiftly arrested all ten individuals allegedly involved in the case. Majhi emphasised that everyone connected to the crime — whether directly or indirectly — will be apprehended and dealt with according to legal provisions.
According to police sources, the victim, a college student, had gone to Gopalpur beach with her boyfriend on Sunday to celebrate the Raja festival. She was allegedly gang raped by a group of ten youths who overpowered and tied up her boyfriend before taking her to a secluded location.
The victim lodged an FIR on Sunday night, and police arrested seven of the accused on Monday, while the remaining three were apprehended on Tuesday.
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida and former Chief Minister and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik also condemned the incident in strong terms, calling for exemplary punishment for all the perpetrators.
Describing the incident as “shocking and deeply disturbing,” Patnaik said it had shaken public conscience and raised serious concerns about the safety of women in Odisha, particularly in major tourist destinations. UNI DP SSP
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