In a deeply troubling incident that underscores the alarming surge in crimes against women in the state, a horrific case of child rape has emerged, revealing not only the egregious act itself but also significant deficiencies in law enforcement and administrative oversight. The case involves a six-year-old girl who was assaulted and raped within the premises of a mosque, highlighting the urgent necessity for the government and Congress-led authorities to take stringent measures to combat such atrocities and restore public trust.
As per the Organiser, a 55-year-old man named Mohammed Mahafus, originally from Uttar Pradesh, has been apprehended and is now in judicial custody following allegations made by the victim’s mother. She contends that her daughter was lured into a room at Shams Masjid in Chikkaballapura city, where the accused, exploiting the trust placed in him, took her away under the pretense of offering chocolates before committing this abhorrent act.
The case has disclosed concerning details regarding the misuse of religious spaces. The location where the alleged crime took place was reportedly assigned to the son of the accused, Suheb, who serves as a cleric in another mosque. It is alleged that Mahafus took advantage of this arrangement, compromising the sanctity of the space for criminal purposes. The local community has expressed significant outrage, with residents confronting the cleric and condemning the exploitation of the mosque premises. This incident has reverberated throughout the community, resulting in considerable backlash.
The victim’s mother reportedly confronted the accused physically, demonstrating the profound anguish and helplessness experienced by families impacted by such offenses. Moreover, this troubling event is not an isolated occurrence. Recent weeks have witnessed a disturbing increase in heinous crimes against women and minors across Karnataka, raising alarm about the current state of law and order under the present administration.
Within the same timeframe, reports have emerged of a gang rape involving minors at a resort on the outskirts of Belagavi, alongside another incident where six individuals gang-raped a minor girl in a remote area within the jurisdiction of the Kakati police station. These incidents underscore a troubling trend of escalating sexual violence and highlight the failures of the authorities to protect vulnerable populations and provide adequate justice.
Karnataka is witnessing a disturbing surge in rape cases, especially under the current Congress-led coalition government headed by Siddaramaiah, an administration that has utterly failed to ensure the safety and security of women. Every month, brutal sexual crimes emerge, many reportedly committed by Islamist perpetrators, exposing a grim and brutal reality. Under the Islamist-backed Congress regime, these predatory criminals continue to act with impunity, unchecked and unstoppable. This horrific case is yet another glaring example of the lawlessness and neglect plaguing the state, demanding urgent accountability and decisive action before more innocent lives are shattered.
