Women’s rights activist Brinda Adige expressed strong disapproval of the reported assault and stripping of a BJP woman worker by police in Hubballi, Karnataka. Adige emphasized that regardless of the woman’s political affiliation, she is a citizen entitled to constitutional protection. She criticized the police’s actions, stating that law enforcement officials should not act above the law and must uphold citizens’ rights.
Adige highlighted the inappropriate behavior of the police, questioning why female officers did not intervene to protect the woman’s dignity. She underscored the importance of respecting human and women’s rights in such situations. Adige called for immediate action against all individuals present during the incident and stressed the need for upholding constitutional guarantees.
The activist urged the state government to intervene and ensure that the woman’s rights are safeguarded. Adige emphasized the significance of following established protocols in handling individuals in custody. She called for accountability and swift action to address the violation of the woman’s rights and dignity.
