Indore BJP Leader Faces POCSO Probe After Incident with Minor
A BJP leader in Indore is under investigation for allegedly pushing a 15-year-old girl out of a Garba event, sparking political outrage.
BJP leader Kamal Chauhan is accused of pushing a minor during a Garba event in Indore.
A case has been registered under the POCSO Act following a complaint from the girl.
The incident has drawn criticism from Congress, demanding action against Chauhan.
A BJP leader in Indore, Kamal Chauhan, is currently facing a police investigation after an incident involving a 15-year-old girl at a Garba event. The altercation occurred during the Kankeshwari Garba Utsav in the Hira Nagar area, where Chauhan allegedly pushed the girl out of the venue amid a dispute regarding her entry. The incident gained traction after a video surfaced on social media, prompting public outrage and political controversy.
The police have initiated a case against Chauhan under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act and Section 74 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). According to the minor's complaint, she was forcibly removed from the event, which has raised serious concerns about the treatment of young girls in public spaces. The video evidence shows Chauhan confronting the girl, insisting she leave while she protested against his actions.
In response to the incident, the Congress party has called for Chauhan's expulsion from the BJP and criticized the party's commitment to the safety of minors. Congress spokesperson Amit Chaurasia highlighted the contradiction between the Chief Minister's participation in a Kanya Pujan ceremony at the same venue shortly after the incident and the alleged mistreatment of a young girl.
The BJP has expressed its disapproval of Chauhan's actions, with local party officials stating that they will investigate the viral video and the circumstances surrounding the incident. The party's Madhya Pradesh president, Hemant Khandelwal, has already summoned Chauhan for questioning, indicating the seriousness with which the BJP is treating the allegations.
As the investigation unfolds, police are reviewing the evidence and statements related to the case. The outcome of this inquiry will determine the next steps for both the legal proceedings and the BJP's internal response. This incident is poised to remain a significant political issue in Madhya Pradesh, with the Congress party pushing for accountability and the BJP facing pressure to address the conduct of its members in public events.
