Zero-tolerance policy for crimes against women in Assam: CM

In Assam’s Nagaon district, a suspect in the gang rape of a Class 10 student drowned while attempting to escape police custody during a crime scene re-enactment. The incident has sparked public outrage and calls for strong action. Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma emphasized a zero-tolerance policy towards crimes against women, vowing quick apprehension of remaining suspects.