On Wednesday(21st August),The SC Women Lawyers Association condemned the rise in crimes against women, girls, and infants across India, calling for urgent reforms. The statement highlighted increasing violence in states such as Kolkata, Bihar, and Maharashtra.
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NEW DELHI: On Wednesday(21st August),The Supreme Court Women Lawyers Association (SCWLA) has issued a powerful condemnation of the increasing wave of crimes against women, girls, and infants across India. The association, led by its president and senior advocate Mahalakshmi Pavani, has called for urgent and comprehensive reforms to safeguard the vulnerable and ensure their protection.
In a recent statement, the SCWLA highlighted the disturbing trend of violence against women and girls in various states, including Kolkata, Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, and Maharashtra.
“The SCWLA is profoundly shocked, distressed, and pained by the recent surge in crimes against women, girls, and infants from diverse backgrounds and regions, including Kolkata, Bihar, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and other areas across India, committed by ruthless and insensitive perpetrators.”
– the association declared.
The SCWLA has taken a firm stance against the horrific crimes, emphasizing the need for immediate reforms.
“The association condemns the recent horrific crimes against young girls and women and demands immediate and comprehensive reforms to ensure their protection.”
-the statement added.
One of the key demands from the SCWLA is the complete and effective ban on public access to online pornography, which they believe contributes to the degradation of societal morals and encourages sexual violence. They have also called for the regulation of unfiltered obscenity on OTT platforms, which can have a harmful influence on viewers, especially the youth.
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The association further underscored the necessity for gender sensitization in all public and private sectors, in line with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace (POSH) guidelines.
“We also urge the establishment of gender sensitization committees in all public and private sectors, in alignment with the Prevention of Sexual Harassment at Workplace (POSH) guidelines.”
– the SCWLA insisted.
In their response to these ongoing atrocities, the SCWLA has advocated for the implementation of functional CCTV systems in every workplace and institution across the country. The organization believes that such measures are crucial in deterring potential offenders and ensuring that evidence is available in the event of an incident. They also emphasized the importance of establishing Gender Sensitisation Committees in alignment with POSH guidelines, which aim to create a safer and more equitable work environment for all women.
The SCWLA called on all stakeholders, including government officials, legal authorities, and the public, to take immediate action to create a safer environment for women.
“We are committed to advocating for the safety and dignity of women across India.”
-the statement read.
Furthermore, the association made a heartfelt appeal to all sectors of society to unite and address these pressing issues with the seriousness they warrant.
“We urge government officials, legal authorities, and the public to come together to address these pressing issues with the necessary urgency and seriousness. Only through comprehensive and coordinated efforts can we create a safer and more equitable society for all women.”
– the statement emphasized.
The SCWLA’s statement comes in the wake of nationwide outrage over the brutal rape and murder of a trainee doctor at the state-run RG Kar Medical College and Hospital in Kolkata earlier this month. This incident has sparked widespread protests and has once again brought to the forefront the issue of women’s safety in India.
In response to this tragic event, the Supreme Court has taken significant steps, including the constitution of a 10-member National Task Force (NTF) to formulate a protocol aimed at ensuring the safety and security of doctors and other healthcare professionals across the country. This move underscores the judiciary’s recognition of the urgent need to protect vulnerable individuals in their places of work.
