Overview

• An 11-year-old deaf and mute Dalit girl was allegedly raped and found in critical condition with severe injuries in Rampur, Uttar Pradesh.
• The accused, Daan Singh, was apprehended within 24 hours following a brief shootout with police, where he sustained injuries.
• Rahul Gandhi criticized the BJP government, accusing it of fostering an 'anti-Dalit and anti-women mindset' and failing to ensure safety for marginalized groups.
• The Congress leader demanded strict action against the accused and called for expedited justice for the victim and her family.
• The incident highlights a troubling pattern of caste-based violence and systemic failures in addressing crimes against Dalit women and girls in Uttar Pradesh.