The Nationalist Congress Party (Sharad Pawar) women’s wing has made a shocking appeal to President Droupadi Murmu, requesting immunity from punishment for women who commit “one murder”. This demand is driven by a desire to eliminate “oppressive mentality” and “rapist mindset”, particularly in light of rising crimes against women ¹.
Reasoning Behind the Appeal
Rohini Khadse, president of the NCP(SP) women’s wing, cited a survey report that ranked India as the most unsafe country for women in Asia. The report highlighted the increasing number of crimes against women, including kidnapping, domestic violence, and sexual assaults ¹.
Recent Incident that Sparked the Demand
The appeal comes after the recent gangrape of a 12-year-old girl in Mumbai. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with the case, which has sparked widespread outrage and concern over women’s safety in India ².
Reactions to the Appeal
Shiv Sena minister Gulabrao Patil questioned the appeal, asking whom Khadse intended to murder. However, Manisha Kayande, also from Shiv Sena, offered a more understanding perspective, suggesting that Khadse’s statement was symbolic and referred to eliminating criminal tendencies rather than advocating actual violence ².
Key Points:
- NCP(SP) women’s wing appeals to President Droupadi Murmu for immunity from punishment for “one murder”
- Demand driven by desire to eliminate “oppressive mentality” and “rapist mindset”
- Recent gangrape of 12-year-old girl in Mumbai sparks outrage and concern over women’s safety
- Shiv Sena leaders react to the appeal, with mixed perspectives
