Rahul Gandhi Demands Justice for Custodial Death in Maharashtra: Meeting with Victim’s Family
Dec 23, 2024 06:43 PM IST – Mumbai: Rahul Gandhi, Leader of Opposition in Lok Sabha, visited the family of Somnath Suryavanshi on Monday, who died in judicial custody in Parbhani. Gandhi alleged that Suryavanshi, a Dalit, was killed whilst in custody following his arrest during protests that erupted after a mentally unstable person desecrated a replica of the constitution on December 15.
Rahul Gandhi, a prominent political figure, made a powerful statement demanding justice for the custodial death of Somnath Suryavanshi in Maharashtra. The tragic incident occurred in Parbhani, where Suryavanshi, a young Dalit man, lost his life while in police custody after being arrested during protests triggered by the desecration of a replica of the constitution. Gandhi’s visit to the victim’s family shed light on the need for accountability and transparency in cases of alleged police brutality and discrimination against marginalized communities.
Rahul Gandhi’s Allegations and Call for Justice
During his visit, Gandhi did not mince words when addressing the media, firmly stating, “This is cent per cent custodial death. Police have killed him and chief minister Fadnavis lied in assembly to give a message to police. He was killed because he is Dalit. RSS philosophy is against the Constitution.” His strong stance highlighted the gravity of the situation and the urgency of seeking redress for the victim and his family.
Challenges in the Investigation Process
Despite examining the post-mortem report, Gandhi expressed dissatisfaction with the progress of the investigation, maintaining that Suryavanshi’s death was a result of murder rather than natural causes. He called for accountability from the officers involved in the alleged beating as well as Chief Minister Fadnavis, holding them responsible for the tragic outcome. The complexity of the case, compounded by conflicting narratives and political interests, underscored the challenges in seeking justice and truth in cases of alleged police misconduct.
Political Responses and Efforts Towards Resolution
In response to Gandhi’s allegations, Chief Minister Fadnavis defended his stance, accusing the opposition leader of political motives and attempting to sow division among different castes. Despite announcing a judicial probe into the matter, Fadnavis maintained that the government would not spare any guilty parties if the investigation revealed atrocities leading to Suryavanshi’s death. The political back-and-forth between the two leaders highlighted the underlying tensions and complexities of seeking justice in cases of alleged police brutality and discrimination.
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