Supreme Court Stay Offers Hope to Kasganj Assault Survivor's Family

The Supreme Court stayed the Allahabad High Court's decision in a Kasganj attempted rape case, providing relief to the victim's family. The High Court ruled that the actions did not constitute rape under IPC Section 376. Advocate Rachna Tyagi stresses the need for registered FIR in such cases.

The Supreme Court has intervened in a Kasganj district case in a decision seen as a victory for the victim's family.

Staying the controversial Allahabad High Court ruling, the top court branded the original judgment as lacking sensitivity and humanity.

Advocate Rachna Tyagi, representing the survivor's family, said they have been seeking justice since November 2021.

(With inputs from agencies.)