The family said police detained the accused on the basis of her father’s complaint but released him after questioning. On Friday, local residents staged a demonstration in front of a police station alleging inaction. Khageswar Roy, the local ruling Trinamool Congress lawmaker, supported the family, saying the police acted casually and could have saved the girl if they had acted seriously. Police officials, who were supposed to find the girl, took it casually. If the allegations of negligence of duty are found to be true, strict action would be taken,” said Yadav.

Source: Hindustan Times August 22, 2020 07:01 UTC