NCW urges Karnataka police chief to nab Prajwal Revanna quickly

NT Correspondent

Bengaluru: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has sought an action taken report within three days in sexual abuse case against Prajwal Revanna urging authorities, particularly the Bengaluru Police to take immediate and decisive steps to apprehend the Lok Sabha MP from Hassan.

The women rights body issued a statement on Tuesday emphasising the urgency of the situation and demanding prompt action to ensure justice for the victims.

Recognising the seriousness of the allegations, the Commission has stressed the need for swift measures from the authorities.

According to reports, multiple video clips have been circulating allegedly depicting Prajwal engaging in sexual abuse against several women.

The circulation of these videos has sparked widespread outrage and renewed calls for accountability in cases of sexual violence.

The NCW, empowered by Section 10(1) (f) of the National Commission for Women Act, 1990, has condemned the incident in the strongest terms, highlighting the grave threat it poses to women’s safety and the perpetuation of a culture of disrespect and violence against them.

In response to the allegations, Prajwal is reported to have fled the country, complicating the matter further.

However, the Commission has demanded a detailed report from the police within the next three days outlining the measures taken to address the allegations.

“The Commission strongly condemns the incident and is deeply disturbed by its occurrence. Such events not only endanger women’s safety but also foster a culture of disrespect and violence against them. We urge prompt and decisive action from the concerned Police Authority to swiftly apprehend the accused, who has fled the country. A detailed report outlining the measures taken must be submitted to the Commission within three days,” NCW Chief Rekha Sharma wrote to Karnataka Director General and Inspector General of Police (DG & IGP) Alok Mohan.

The case has reignited discussions about the safety and rights of women in India and underscores the importance of holding perpetrators of sexual abuse accountable for their actions.