February 26, 2016 1:38 PM

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HC asks Haryana DGP, Home Secy to file report on Sonepat gang rape

The Punjab and Haryana High Court has directed Haryana Director General of Police and Home Secretary to file a detailed report by Monday on reported gang rape of some women in Sonepat district during the Jat agitation. The court said, if any victim comes forward with a complaint, the court will order an inquiry by an independent agency. It also directed the district legal service authorities to set up a help desk where the victims can file their complaints.<br/><br/>Meanwhile, a team of the National Commission for Women visited Larhsoli village in Sonepat district where the women were reportedly raped. The team quizzed some people and met the district administration. Rekha Sharma, a member of the team, told AIR that they have not yet found any clue of rape, and so far, no one has come forward with any complaint. She said, it is a serious matter and the inquiry will continue.

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