A disturbing incident has come to light from Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, where a man allegedly barged into a female students' hostel room at 2 am and assaulted the inmates. The entire episode was captured on camera, and the video has gone viral on social media, triggering widespread condemnation and demands for stringent action against the perpetrator.
Incident Details
The incident took place in a private hostel located in the Civil Lines area of Prayagraj. According to reports, the accused, identified as a local resident, forcibly entered the room of two female students who were asleep. He allegedly started abusing and physically assaulting them. The students screamed for help, which alerted other hostel residents and the caretaker. However, the accused managed to flee before anyone could catch him.
The victims later lodged a complaint at the local police station. Based on their statement, a case has been registered under relevant sections of the Indian Penal Code, including trespassing, assault, and criminal intimidation. The police have launched a manhunt to apprehend the accused.
Viral Video Sparks Outrage
A CCTV footage of the incident has been widely circulated on social media platforms. In the video, the man can be seen entering the hostel premises and then forcing his way into the room. The clip has sparked outrage among netizens, with many demanding strict punishment for the accused and better security measures for women's hostels.
Security Concerns Raised
The incident has once again highlighted the security vulnerabilities in women's hostels across the country. Students and parents have expressed concerns over the lack of adequate security arrangements, including CCTV cameras, security guards, and proper access control. Many have called for immediate action to ensure the safety of female students.
Local authorities have assured that the accused will be arrested soon and stringent action will be taken. The district administration has also ordered a security audit of all hostels in the city to prevent such incidents in the future.
