Anamika Sharma, a local political worker from Haridwar, was arrested after police registered a serious case against her and her boyfriend. They are accused of allowing the sexual assault of her 13 year old daughter. The complaint was filed after the child informed her father.
Police have booked the accused under the POCSO Act and other stringent sections of law. Following her arrest, Anamika Sharma was removed from her party position. The case has triggered strong reactions in the local political circle.
The incident has also led to political arguments on social media. However, observers point out that crimes of this nature are not limited to one ruling party. Similar disturbing cases have surfaced in different states under various governments.
Kolkata has reported several POCSO and rape cases during the tenure of the All India Trinamool Congress. Rajasthan witnessed multiple high profile rape cases when the Indian National Congress was in power. Maharashtra too has recorded serious child abuse cases under different administrations.
Many believe such crimes must be addressed beyond political blame games. Strict legal action is being demanded against the accused. Public opinion strongly favours the harshest punishment to deter future offences.
