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Four MSRTC Officials Suspended After Swargate Bus Rape Incident

A 26-year-old woman was raped inside a parked bus at Pune's Swargate depot, prompting suspensions and security overhauls.

The electricity supply near the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation’s (MSRTC) bus stand at Swargate was disrupted on Tuesday night, putting passengers’ safety at risk. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
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Overview

  • The February 25 rape of a 26-year-old woman inside a stationary MSRTC bus at the Swargate depot has led to widespread outrage and government action.
  • Four MSRTC officials, including a senior depot manager, were suspended for negligence in ensuring passenger safety following an inquiry.
  • The accused, 37-year-old Dattatray Gade, a history-sheeter, was arrested after being tracked down using drones and sniffer dogs and is now in judicial custody until March 26.
  • Transport Minister Pratap Sarnaik announced the replacement of 22 security guards at the depot and warned of strict action for future lapses in safety protocols.
  • Criticism of the depot administration has intensified after a viral video showed the facility in complete darkness during a midnight power cut, raising further safety concerns.