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Varanasi Horror: 19-Year-Old Gangraped by 23 Men Over 6 Days — PM Modi Orders Strictest Action

Nation in Shock as Varanasi Gangrape Case Unfolds

Varanasi | April 12, 2024 — A brutal case of gangrape in Varanasi has sent shockwaves across India. A 19-year-old woman was allegedly gangraped by 23 men over a period of six days, across multiple locations in Uttar Pradesh.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who represents Varanasi in Parliament, has personally intervened — ordering officials to ensure the “strictest possible action” against the accused.

Timeline of the Survivor’s Ordeal

According to the FIR filed by the survivor’s family:

  • March 29: The woman was lured to a café in Lanka by Raj Vishwakarma — one of the prime accused — and assaulted.

  • March 30 – April 3: She was allegedly drugged and taken to several locations — including hotels, cafés, and homes — in areas like Sigra, Nadesar, Hukulganj, and Assi Ghat. Different groups of men reportedly raped her during this period.

  • April 4: The survivor was found in a distressed state near Chowkghat. Her family had already filed a missing person report earlier that day.

Police Investigation: 12 Accused Arrested, 11 Still on the Run

The Uttar Pradesh Police have registered the case under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) — including gangrape, wrongful confinement, criminal intimidation, and assault.

Accused Arrested So Far:

  • Raj Vishwakarma

  • Sameer

  • Sohail

  • Danish

  • Imran

  • (and 7 others)

Efforts are underway to arrest the remaining 11 accused. Forensic teams are collecting crucial evidence from all identified crime scenes.

PM Modi & CM Yogi Respond

Prime Minister Modi held a review meeting with Uttar Pradesh officials, instructing them to act swiftly and ensure justice without delay.

Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has echoed this sentiment, stating that there will be “zero tolerance” for crimes against women. The case is likely to be taken up in a fast-track court for speedy justice.

Political & Public Outrage

The case has sparked widespread outrage across India.

  • Women’s rights groups have slammed the UP government over rising crimes against women.

  • The National Commission for Women (NCW) has demanded a detailed report from UP Police.

  • Opposition leaders have criticized the law and order situation in the state.

What Happens Next?

  • Arrest of remaining accused underway

  • Case may move to a fast-track court

  • Increased security measures across Varanasi

  • Awareness campaigns on women’s safety being planned

Final Word

This horrific case highlights the urgent need for stronger preventive measures, faster justice delivery, and systemic reforms to ensure women’s safety across India.

The nation now watches closely — demanding justice, accountability, and change.


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