Badlapur Sexual Assault Case Triggers Internet Shutdown and Mass Arrests

Badlapur Sexual Assault Sparks Unrest

In a shocking turn of events, the Badlapur sexual assault case has led to an internet services suspension in Badlapur, Maharashtra, following massive protests. The chaos, sparked by the alleged sexual abuse of two kindergarten girls, also resulted in the arrest of 72 individuals connected to the violence.

The unrest began on Tuesday, when thousands of protesters, angry over the case, blocked railway tracks at the local station and stormed the school linked to the incident. Reports state that at least 17 police officers and eight railway police personnel suffered injuries during stone-pelting incidents.

Police Response and Internet Shutdown

In light of the situation, a significant police presence has been deployed across Badlapur to restore order. According to DCP Sudhakar Pathare, internet services in the town were suspended to prevent further escalation. He assured that services would revisit following a thorough assessment of the circumstances.

Details of the Assault

Earlier, on August 17, authorities arrested a school attendant alleged to have sexually abused the girls within the school's bathroom. Consequently, the school's principal, a class teacher, and a female attendant were suspended. Furthermore, three police officials, including a senior inspector, faced suspension for their failure to adequately probe the sexual abuse case.

Protest and Community Outrage

The protests, characterized by a 'rail roko' movement, saw local parents and citizens, including numerous women, gathering outside the school to demand justice. Violence erupted as protesters vandalized school property.