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Crime
Thousands Protest in Lohawat Over Bhawari Devi Murder, Demand Justice
✍️ Amar Ujala · Rajasthan
🗓 18 Aug 2026, 08:02 PM
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Hundreds of residents gathered in Lohawat, Rajasthan, demanding swift arrest of the accused in the Bhawari Devi murder case.
Earlier this week, residents of Lohawat in Rajasthan’s Marwar region assembled in large numbers on the town’s main roads to protest the delayed arrest of the alleged killers in the Bhawari Devi murder case. The demonstrators, many of whom are relatives of the victim, carried placards demanding justice and swift action from law‑enforcement agencies.
The protest, which drew thousands of participants, was organized by local community groups and local leaders. Protesters chanted slogans and called for the immediate arrest of the accused, expressing frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation.
Police officials have acknowledged the case and stated that the investigation is ongoing, but the delay in apprehending the suspects has intensified public anger. The authorities have promised a thorough review of the case and urged the public to cooperate with ongoing inquiries.
The rally ended with a pledge from local leaders to continue pressure on the police and government officials until the accused are brought to justice. The incident has sparked renewed attention to the handling of violent crime cases in the region.
The protest, which drew thousands of participants, was organized by local community groups and local leaders. Protesters chanted slogans and called for the immediate arrest of the accused, expressing frustration over the lack of progress in the investigation.
Police officials have acknowledged the case and stated that the investigation is ongoing, but the delay in apprehending the suspects has intensified public anger. The authorities have promised a thorough review of the case and urged the public to cooperate with ongoing inquiries.
The rally ended with a pledge from local leaders to continue pressure on the police and government officials until the accused are brought to justice. The incident has sparked renewed attention to the handling of violent crime cases in the region.