Protests in Thane's Badlapur Over Alleged Assault of Two Girls, Railway Disrupted, Sweeper Arrested

Aug 20, 2024, 07:40 AM

In Maharashtra's Thane district, Badlapur witnessed massive protests after two young girls, aged three, were allegedly sexually assaulted by a school sweeper. The incident has led to widespread public outrage, with parents demanding justice and safety guarantees from the school administration. The accused has been arrested, and the school has suspended its principal and two staff members. Protests, including a rail-roko demonstration, have significantly disrupted local train services as demonstrators blocked railway tracks and engaged in stone pelting. Heavy security has been deployed to manage the situation.