Maharashtra's Law and Order Under Scrutiny After Pune Bus Rape Incident

Shiv Sena leader Sanjay Raut compared a recent rape incident in Pune to the notorious 2012 Delhi gang rape, criticizing Maharashtra's law and order. Deputy CM Eknath Shinde pledged action against the accused, who remains at large. Raut questioned the impact of financial aid schemes on women's safety.

In a stark criticism of Maharashtra's current law and order situation, Shiv Sena (UBT) leader Sanjay Raut drew parallels between a recent rape in Pune and the infamous 2012 Delhi gang rape. He questioned the proactive measures of district guardian minister Ajit Pawar amidst a spike in crimes against women.

Raut emphasized that if Maharashtra was under the leadership of the opposition alliance Maha Vikas Aghadi, there would have been significant protests led by BJP women leaders. The accused in the Pune incident, Dattatray Ramdas Gade, remains unapprehended as of now.

Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde deemed the incident 'unfortunate and condemnable,' vowing to bring the accused to justice. The state government has promised stringent action, including potential capital punishment, to ensure public safety.