The recent horrific case in Kolkata echoes past brutalities and highlights ongoing concerns about women's safety in India
National Crime Records Bureau data shows a 4% increase in crimes against women in 2022, with over 31,500 rape cases recorded
Many crimes go unreported due to fear, stigma, and lack of faith in the system. Victim-blaming and societal attitudes contribute to this silence
Despite strict laws post-Nirbhaya, enforcement of acts like POSH and POCSO remains inadequate, and solutions like ICCs are not enough
Crimes against women deter their participation in the workforce, worsening gender gaps in labour-force participation and impacting the economy
Increasing budgets alone won’t help. India’s law and order machinery needs an urgent overhaul to ensure justice and protect women’s rights