Sunday, October 13, 2024

Odisha CM Assures Stern Action Against Police Assault on Army Officer, His Fiancee – N.F Times


Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has taken the allegations of an attack and torture on an army officer and his female companion very seriously, stated Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Friday.

Speaking to the media, the CM declared, “Departmental action and the required legal steps were initiated immediately upon the matter being brought to the state government’s attention.”

Due to the sensitive nature of the incident, the Crime Branch has been ordered to immediately investigate and submit a report within the designated timeframe, stated the Chief Minister.

Majhi also mentioned that once the investigation report is in, those found guilty will face legal consequences.

“The government maintains a ‘zero tolerance’ stance on violence and harassment against women; such acts will not be tolerated,” the Chief Minister declared.
Meanwhile, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, who is also the Minister for Women and Child Development, called for a report from Bhubaneswar DCP Prateek Singh regarding the case.

After her discussion with the DCP, Parida plans to meet with the army officer’s fiancée and is expected to update the media on the situation later in the evening, according to sources.




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