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Arvind Kejriwal demands capital punishment for Hathras accused

New Delhi, (the states. news) Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal here on Friday demanded capital punishment for the accused in gang-rape and murder of Hathras Dalit girl as early as possible so that no one dares again to commit such a heinous crime.

Arvind Kejriwal joined the protest at Jantar Mantar for justice to the victim and action against the culprits, which was also attended by social activists, Left parties leaders, students and many others.
The chief minister claimed that if the victim had received a proper treatment, she would have survived.
He said even several days after the incident, an FIR was not registered. “The way her mortal remains were cremated late in the night is also questionable,” Arvind Kejriwal averred.


He alleged that the people responsible behind the heinous incident were being shielded and there must be no politics over this issue.Mr Kejriwal appealed that there must be no restriction on the victim’s family and they must be allowed to meet whoever they want.The AAP chief asked all the state governments, political parties and masses to come up with a system which ensures women safety. (uni) (media saheb.com)