Archive · 9 Jun 2025
BJP, JMM Clash Over Gang Rape of Tribal Girl in Jharkhand
A teenage girl was hurt badly in Jharkhand.
The police are looking into it.
A politician named Raghubar Das from the BJP said that the government wasn't doing enough to keep people safe.
Another group, JMM, said the attack was awful and that those who did it would be punished, while the BJP was accused of trying to use it to get political advantage.
Both sides disagree on who is to blame.
A 17-year-old tribal girl was allegedly gang-raped in Godda district, Jharkhand.
The incident occurred in Sundar Pahari police station area.
BJP leader Raghubar Das criticized the JMM government and CM Hemant Soren for failing to ensure safety.
JMM condemned the incident and accused the BJP of politicizing the matter.
Eight of the ten accused have been arrested.
- Who
- A 17-year-old tribal girl, 10 alleged assailants, Raghubar Das (BJP), Hemant Soren (Chief Minister), JMM spokesperson Tanuj Khatri.
- What
- A 17-year-old tribal girl was allegedly gang-raped by 10 men.
- When
- Incident occurred on Sunday.
- Where
- Sundar Pahari police station area, Godda district, Jharkhand.
- Why
- BJP criticized the JMM government's handling of the case and overall safety; JMM responded by condemning the incident and accusing the BJP of politicizing the matter.
JMM's Stance
BJP's Stance
Political Accountability
JMM's Stance
JMM condemns the rape and states the accused will be brought to justice. They accuse BJP of politicizing the matter.
BJP's Stance
The BJP accuses the JMM government of failing to protect tribal girls and demands the CM speak out and take action. Raghubar Das alleges attempts to hush up the incident.
Safety and Security
JMM's Stance
The JMM emphasizes the government's commitment to the safety, dignity, and justice of all citizens, particularly tribal communities and women.
BJP's Stance
The BJP claims that tribal girls are unsafe in the CM's constituency and criticizes the increase in crimes against women.
- Victim's Age
- 17
- Number of Accused
- 10
- Day of Incident
- Sunday
- Location
- Godda district, Jharkhand
- Specific Location
- Sundar Pahari police station area
- Number of Arrests
- 8
