A brave woman from Vishrantwadi filed an FIR after being molested by a history-sheeter and his gang. Police acted swiftly, igniting calls for tougher action against repeat offenders.
Mrudula Narale
Pune, May 03, 2025: In a traumatic episode that has left the Kalas region of Vishrantwadi, Pune, shaken, a woman went through a ghastly experience when she was molested by a notorious criminal and his henchmen. The traumatic incident, which happened on Alandi Road, has triggered immediate action by the Vishrantwadi police, who have filed a case against four persons, one of them being a 28-year-old history-sheeter from Yoga Society, Kalas. The woman’s courage to lodge the complaint has renewed calls for tougher action against such culprits as the city witnesses an alarming surge in crimes against women.
The incident took place when the woman, who hails from Vishrantwadi, was on her way to meet relatives in Kalas. A gang of youngsters on a motorcycle stopped her, and a barrage of harassment followed. The main accused, a habitual criminal with a police record, threw sexist abuses and molested her, while his accomplices, two more youths, joined her in torment with obscene abuses. The brazenness of the act, having been committed during the day, left the woman shaken but undeterred. She promptly went to the Vishrantwadi police station and filed a complaint, reporting the degrading experience and ensuring that the perpetrators would be brought to book.
The police lost no time, registering a case against the history-sheeter and his three accomplices on the woman’s FIR. The case has caused waves within the society, pointing out the susceptibility of women in public places and the audacity of recidivist criminals. For the victim, the ordeal was not only an attack on her dignity but a harsh reminder of the ordeals women go through on a daily basis. Her choice to fight the crime directly speaks volumes of determination, translating her agony into a call for accountability.
This is one of a disquieting series of cases in Pune, where cases of molestation against women and young girls are increasing. Citizens are increasingly demanding that the police exert stronger policing to eliminate anti-social forces and shield weak citizens. The Vishrantwadi case has heightened these demands, with citizens calling for more stringent patrols, quicker legal action, and preventive measures such as enhanced surveillance in vulnerable zones. The fact that there is a history-sheeter involved in such a crime only adds to public frustration and raises questions regarding how known criminals are still free to roam around.
For the woman at the center of this tale, healing is a long road, but her bravery has set an example for others. Her actions serve as a reminder of the courage it takes to challenge injustice, encouraging others to voice their opinion. As the Vishrantwadi police probe, the city waits with bated breath, hoping that this case turns the tide of the battle against gender violence. The cry for safety and justice becomes louder still, driven by the courage of one woman who would not keep quiet.