Growing Concerns Over Women's Safety in Maharashtra

In Maharashtra, Congress president Harshwardhan Sapkal has expressed serious concerns over the state's law and order situation, particularly highlighting the increase in crimes against women.

Sapkal criticized Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis, alleging that the government, while engaged in superficial events, failed to prioritize safety and justice for women.

He cited incidents involving minor girls across the state, urging swift justice. Sapkal emphasized a gap between governmental messaging on women's empowerment and the reality of women's safety, pointing to emboldened offenders.

(With inputs from agencies.)