'Nirbhaya case led to changes, however…': Chandrachud on Pune rape
What's the story
An extensive investigation has been launched after a woman was allegedly raped inside a bus at Swargate depot in Pune, Maharashtra.
The incident has drawn parallels to the 2012 Nirbhaya gang rape case in Delhi, as both crimes took place inside a bus.
Amid mounting pressure for swift justice, former Chief Justice DY Chandrachud weighed in Thursday afternoon, saying, "A lot of changes were made following the 'Nirbhaya' incident...but we cannot prevent such incidents by just having laws."
Legal perspective
Former CJI emphasizes need for law implementation
"There is a great responsibility on the society and apart from this the implementation of laws should be there. Laws made for women should be implemented properly. Women should feel safe wherever they go," Chandrachud said.
The accused, Dattatray Ramdas Gade, 37, is still on the run.
A reward of ₹1 lakh has been announced by Pune police for information leading to his arrest.
Incident details
Details emerge about Pune bus rape incident
He also stressed that in such cases, there should be proper investigation, strong action, quick trial, and punishment.
"The legal system and the police have a big responsibility."
The incident occurred early Tuesday morning when the victim was waiting for a bus to Phaltan in Satara district.
A man, later identified as Gade, approached her saying the bus had arrived at another platform and took her to an empty 'Shiv Shahi' AC bus.
Manhunt
Pune Police intensify efforts to apprehend accused
Although she hesitated initially as the lighting inside the bus was poor, Gade persuaded her it was the right vehicle.
Inside, she was assaulted before the perpetrator fled.
Pune police have formed several teams to nab Gade, who is a history-sheeter.
Pune police commissioner Amitesh Kumar confirmed the efforts and reiterated the reward offer for information on Gade's whereabouts.
The National Commission for Women has also demanded immediate action and requested an action-taken report from police within three days.