New Delhi: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has directed the concerned police officer to conduct a thorough investigation into the alleged sexual harassment at Burari Hospital in Delhi. The Commission has demanded the immediate arrest of the accused individuals and has also requested a detailed report, along with a copy of the First Information Report (F.I.R.), within the next two days to review the progress of the investigation.
An official statement from the NCW mentioned, “NCW has been made aware of distressing allegations through a recent media post, wherein several female workers from Burari Hospital have raised serious concerns about facing sexual harassment.”
According to the NCW, the post highlights the inaction of both the hospital authorities and the police despite the victims’ complaints. All female cleaning staff members have come forward, revealing the torment and inappropriate demands made by the hospital authorities to retain their employment.
Despite the victims filing an F.I.R against the accused individuals, Neeraj and Rajkumar, the NCW expressed concern that no substantial action has been taken even after more than five days.
In response to this alarming situation, the NCW conducted a preliminary assessment and identified relevant provisions of the Indian Penal Code, 1860. Sections 509, 354, and 354-A of the Indian Penal Code have been prima facie observed in connection with this matter.
