Bengaluru: In a twist to the intercourse video clip scandal in Karnataka involving Prajwal Revanna — the sitting JD-S MP who has been renominated from Hassan — the Nationwide Fee for Ladies (NCW) stated on Thursday that one particular of the girl complainants in the situation has claimed that she was forced by a group of people to lodge a false complaint soon after remaining threatened with harassment.
The NCW explained in a assertion, “One woman complainant came to the Commission to sign-up a complaint against three folks dressed in civil uniform, allegedly introducing by themselves as Karnataka Law enforcement officials and forcing her to give a false criticism in this situation.
“The female claimed that she gained phone calls from random figures threatening her to lodge a grievance. It has appear to gentle that this complainant was compelled by a team of individuals to file a complaint less than the risk of opportunity harassment and bogus implications.”
The complainant has sought protection for her loved ones, underscoring the seriousness of the scenario, the NCW stated, incorporating that it has questioned Karnataka DGP Alok Mohan to give ideal protection to the woman.
Prajwal Revanna is the grandson of former Key Minister H.D. Deve Gowda, and son of JD-S MLA H.D. Revanna, who has been arrested for his alleged purpose in the kidnapping of a sufferer of the sexual intercourse scandal involving his son.
The NCW statement additional, “In a independent enhancement, it has been pointed out that the 700 females who submitted on the internet problems are affiliated with a social activist team and have no direct involvement or association with the principal complainant in the case.
“The NCW stands business in its condemnation of any form of violence or sexual abuse perpetrated from females. The the latest developments surrounding the Prajwal Revanna scenario have prompted the NCW to choose swift and decisive motion.”
In response to the distressing studies circulating in the media, the NCW initiated suo motu action, demonstrating its motivation to upholding the rights and dignity of women, the statement stated.
“A letter was promptly dispatched to the Director Common of Law enforcement (DGP), urging speedy motion and accountability inside of a stringent timeline of 3 days. The timely submission of the action taken report by the worried authorities unveiled several sizeable results,” the NCW claimed in the statement.
“A Distinctive Investigation Group (SIT) has been proven to probe the make any difference totally. Notably, there is a commendable existence of woman officers entrusted with conducting investigations, ensuring sensitivity and empathy in managing this sort of situations,” it mentioned.
The report implies the registration of two conditions centered on grievances of sexual abuse by the victims, together with an more complaint submitted for abduction by a victim’s relative, the Commission claimed.
“On the other hand, no sufferer has come ahead to sign up a grievance with the NCW in this case,” the NCW clarified.
The NCW remains committed to thoroughly investigating their issues, and preserving ongoing conversation with the Karnataka Law enforcement authorities, the assertion extra.
The NCW reiterates its dedication to justice and protection for women of all ages, emphasising the value of proof-based inquiry over premature judgments, it stated.