'Govt's lack of seriousness among reasons for rise in rapes'

"The low rate of conviction of IPC crimes like rape and molestation, slow trials in such cases, lack of immediate relief and rehabilitation and complete lack of seriousness by the government to deal with policy and legislation confronting women has led to a heightened sense of vulnerability among all sections of women," Indian Women's Press Corps (IWPC) said in a statement.

The overall atmosphere in the capital is one where women feel very insecure at all times, it said.

"Crime data also shows that among all metros, Delhi ranks as the most unsafe for women and leads in the crimes listed as IPC crimes in the country. For the majority of women who rely on public transport, the risks remain much greater," the statement added.

Meanwhile, the condition of the girl who is battling for life has improved a bit but she still remains in a critical state. "She is better than yesterday but she is still not out of danger," doctors attending on her said.

They said the paramedical student has suffered severe injuries on her head and face during the assault.