The Himachal Pradesh Mahila Congress on Saturday called for the resignation of BJP state president Dr Rajeev Bindal after his brother, Ram Kumar Bindal, was arrested in a rape case in Solan district.
Speaking at a press conference in Shimla, HP Mahila Congress president Jenab Chandel said the incident had brought “deep shame” to the state. She questioned why BJP leaders and women representatives in the party have remained silent on such a serious matter.
“This shocking incident in Solan has shamed the entire state. The BJP has chosen silence, but the Mahila Congress will not remain quiet. The survivor deserves justice, and the government must ensure her safety because this is a high-profile case where her life could be in danger,” said Jenab Chandel.
She accused the BJP of double standards, saying the party uses slogans such as “Beti Bachao” for political gain but fails to protect women in real life.
“The BJP talks about women's safety in slogans, but the truth is entirely different. The arrest of the BJP president's brother in such a heinous crime exposes the moral bankruptcy of the party,” she added.
The Mahila Congress also sought immediate security for the survivor, citing threats to her safety. It also urged the BJP leadership to show moral responsibility and suspend Rajeev Bindal from his post until the case is fully resolved.
Earlier, the Solan district police on Friday nabbed Ram Kumar Bindal, brother of the Himachal Pradesh BJP chief, in connection with a rape case, officials said.
Police said a case had been filed against Ram Kumar Bindal under Sections 64 and 68 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) at the Women Police Station in Solan.
Solan Superintendent of Police (SP) Gaurav Singh said the case was registered on October 8 after a woman filed a complaint.
In her complaint, the victim said she had been suffering from a long-term illness and, after not finding relief through regular treatment, went to seek Ayurvedic care on October 7 near the old bus stand in Solan, officials said.
There, she met a man who introduced himself as a vaidya (traditional healer). The man, later identified as Ram Kumar Bindal, allegedly examined her under the guise of diagnosis. During the process, he reportedly asked her personal questions about sexual health, claimed he could completely cure her, and showed her a related book, officials said.
Officials added that the woman further alleged that the accused insisted on examining her private parts. When she refused, he molested and sexually assaulted her. She managed to push him away and left the premises immediately. Later, she filed a complaint at the Women Police Station.
“Based on the complaint, an FIR has been filed, and the investigation was initiated promptly. The victim's statement has also been recorded before the court. A forensic team from SFSL Junga inspected the scene, collected physical evidence, and assisted the local police in the investigation. Technical evidence collected during the probe was also analysed,” a Solan District Police spokesperson said.
“On the basis of the victim's statement, site inspection, and technical findings, the police team today arrested the accused Ram Kumar Bindal. He will be produced before the competent court. Further investigation is underway,” the spokesperson added.
Following his arrest, Bindal was taken for medical examination and later admitted to a hospital. “Today, the police team arrested the accused. However, during his medical examination, he experienced some problems, and subsequently, we admitted him to the hospital,” DSP Anil Dhaulta told mediapersons. Further details are awaited.
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