India's top court says need to fix accountability over Delhi rape cases
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court of India on Monday pushed for accountability over a recent spate of rape cases in the national capital and neighbouring districts, saying they reflected a “failure of law enforcement“, local media reported.
The Supreme Court of India has called for improved accountability following a series of high-profile rape cases in Delhi and surrounding areas, according to legal news websites. The alarming incidents, including a recent gang-rape of a 17-year-old girl on a moving bus, have raised concerns over the effectiveness of law enforcement, media reports indicate.
Protesters took to the streets in Delhi last week, demanding enhanced safety for women following the park gang-rape of a teenager, Live Law reported. The court stressed that public spaces should not become high-risk due to inadequate lighting, surveillance, and other basic facilities, directing the administration to file a public interest petition to address the issue.
Sexual violence remains a serious problem in India, with over 80 rapes reported daily to police, as per the National Crime Records Bureau. Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta acknowledged lapses in security and pledged to enhance protection for women, while the Delhi Police reported increased visible policing and intensified patrolling.
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