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NHRC issues notice over Kanpur minor's abduction, gangrape

NHRC issues notice over Kanpur minor's abduction, gangrape

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken notice of a serious incident in Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh.

A 14-year-old girl was reportedly abducted and gangraped on January 5.

One of the accused is a police officer.

The NHRC has asked the UP police chief to provide a detailed report within two weeks.

The girl's family tried to file a police report but was initially turned away.

The NHRC is concerned about the human rights violations in this case.

They want to ensure that the authorities take action and provide justice to the victim.

Sources