Shillong: The Meghalaya State Commission for Women (MSCW) has initiated action following the recent brutal killing of a young girl in Williamnagar, East Garo Hills, taking suo moto cognizance of the case and urging swift and transparent investigation.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Commission condemned the crime and expressed solidarity with the victim’s family.
“This horrific act is a grave assault on human dignity and justice. Our thoughts are with the grieving family, and we share in their pain,” the MSCW noted.
Calling for urgent and transparent investigation, the Commission appealed to Meghalaya Police and other relevant authorities to treat the matter with utmost seriousness and keep the public informed on the progress of the case.
It also appealed to local communities, civil society groups, and citizens to fully cooperate with law enforcement agencies to ensure swift delivery of justice.
“Justice must prevail; the safety and dignity of every girl and woman is our shared responsibility,” it said.
The schoolgirl was allegedly hacked to death in broad daylight at Samgong village near Williamnagar on Friday.
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A manhunt is underway to trace the accused, police said.
The teenager was allegedly hacked with a machete by the assailant in full public view, a senior police officer said, adding that the reason behind the killing is yet to be ascertained.
The body was taken to Williamnagar Civil Hospital for post-mortem examination, he said.
“An investigation is underway. Police have also announced rewards for any information about the accused,” the officer said.
