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Crime
Jharkhand Police Unresponsive to 536 NCW Cases, Says Vijaya Rahatkar
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 11 Nov 2026, 08:35 PM
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A complaint has been lodged against Jharkhand Police for not addressing 536 cases pending with the National Commission for Women, according to Vijaya Rahatkar.
A complaint has been filed against Jharkhand Police for failing to act on 536 cases that are pending with the National Commission for Women (NCW). These cases, which involve allegations of gender‑based violence and abuse, have been awaiting police action for an extended period.
Vijaya Rahatkar, a civil‑society activist, has highlighted the police’s lack of response and urged authorities to expedite investigations. She pointed out that the NCW has repeatedly requested the police to file reports and conduct thorough inquiries.
Despite these appeals, no significant progress has been reported, raising concerns about coordination between law enforcement and women’s rights bodies in the state. The situation has drawn attention to the need for improved mechanisms to ensure timely police response to NCW‑filed cases.
Vijaya Rahatkar, a civil‑society activist, has highlighted the police’s lack of response and urged authorities to expedite investigations. She pointed out that the NCW has repeatedly requested the police to file reports and conduct thorough inquiries.
Despite these appeals, no significant progress has been reported, raising concerns about coordination between law enforcement and women’s rights bodies in the state. The situation has drawn attention to the need for improved mechanisms to ensure timely police response to NCW‑filed cases.