Massive Peace Rally in Garo Hills Demanding Justice for Rape Victims
First Published: 20th September, 2024 15:17 IST
Hundreds take out a rally in Ampati, led by the Garo Students Union and local NGOs, seeking justice for victims of two brutal rape cases that have rocked the region.
A massive peace rally and public meeting were held in Ampati, South West Garo Hills, Meghalaya on Thursday, organized by the Garo Students Union (GSU) Western Zone, under the leadership of President Megadeth M. Marak. Supported by various local NGOs, including A’chik Holistic Awakening Movement (AHAM), A’chik Youth Welfare Organisation (AYWO), A’chik Dedicated Integrity Leaders (ADIL), Federation of Khasi Jaintia Garo People (FKJGP), Association for Democracy and Empowerment (ADE), Meghalaya Koch Students’ Union (MKSU), and Hajong Students’ Union (HSU), the participants demanded swift justice for the victims of two shocking rape cases.
The rally condemned the Chenga Benga Mela gang rape of April 16 and the Garobadha rape case, calling for the immediate arrest of the accused, especially the mastermind behind the Chenga Benga incident who remains at large. Protesters emphasized zero tolerance for sexual violence in Garo Hills and called for decisive legal action.
Key speakers included Alinford D. Sangma, GSU President of Garobadha Unit, along with Mackenseng A. Sangma, AYWO President of South-West Zone, Ampati; Wester G. Sangma, AHAM President of Garobadha Unit; Anderson M. Marak, FKJGP President of Garobadha Circle; Kandarpa Koch, MKSU President; and Bapu Hajong of HSU.
Beyond justice for the rape cases, speakers highlighted other pressing issues such as the enforcement of the Meghalaya Residential Safety and Security Act (MRSSA) 2016, reforms in the District Selection Committee (DSC) in Ampati, and the need for stricter implementation of the Trading by Non-Tribals (TNT) Act.
The rally saw a large turnout, with participants calling for unity in the fight against gender-based violence and urging swift action from authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice.
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