First-Year Student Raped by Security Guard Inside Punjab College
- Fahad Bin Khalid
- October 15, 2024
- 3:00 pm
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A shocking incident has surfaced which involves a first-year student of the Punjab Group of Colleges. A security guard allegedly raped her on the college campus. The alleged crime on October 11 has sparked protests in Lahore. People are demanding justice.
The Alleged Incident
The students said a lecturer noticed a female student was missing. Her friends started looking and investigating for her. The victim’s family said a security guard had raped their daughter on campus. The students said a college bus driver tricked the girl. He told her that her fees were pending and lured her to the college basement. It was in this isolated area that the girl was allegedly attacked by the security guard. The students also alleged that the victim’s health worsened after the assault. Instead of getting medical help, she was reportedly escorted off campus, with a “dupatta” tried to hide her condition.
Protests and Outcry
The incident spread quickly on social media, and it sparked outrage among the students. Protests were organized outside various campuses of the Punjab Group of Colleges. They demanded an FIR against the security guard involved in the alleged crime. Students have demanded justice. They want the college to hold the guard accountable for the incident. Many students were frustrated. They accused the college of covering up the crime and stifling their efforts to publicize it.
Punjab Education Minister’s Response
Punjab Education Minister, Rana Sikandar Hayat, addressed the protests and assured the students that he would take strict action against anyone who tried to suppress their voices. He said he would not tolerate punishing students who are protesting for justice. “These are all educated youth, and they raised their voices for their sisters. I am also with them,” the minister said, showing solidarity with the students.
He confirmed that the Punjab College’s registration had been suspended after the incident. He also warned the college against threatening students or attempting to expel them. Students accused the college of deleting CCTV footage, and this fueled the protests. The education minister promised to punish any foul play by the college.
Violent Clashes with Security
As the protests grew, tensions rose between the students and the college’s security. Some protesters claimed college security and police beat them. The students alleged that on the orders of the principal, police assaulted the protesters with batons and rifle butts. Several students showed their bloodstained clothes as evidence of the brutality they faced. According to Rescue 1122, at least twenty-seven students were reportedly injured during the protests. Despite this, the students have not backed down. They continue to demand accountability and transparency in handling the alleged rape case.
Conflicting Reports and Denial from Authorities
The students and their families demand justice. However, the police have not found evidence to support the claims. At a press conference, DIG Operations Faisal Kamran said the police had checked hospital records and CCTV. They found no proof of the incident. The police also arrested a security guard who had been missing from college for a few days. The police called the case a “rumor.” They warned that action could be taken against those spreading false information under the Cyber Crime Act. Students insist the incident occurred. They accuse the authorities of not investigating enough.
The Punjab College administration has denied the allegations. They said no such incident happened on their campus. They called the social media posts “fake news” and dismissed the allegations as a plot to tarnish the reputation of the college.
Conclusion
The alleged rape of a first-year student at Punjab College has sparked protests and outrage in Lahore. Conflicting reports from students, authorities, and the college have left the truth unclear. The police say there is no evidence for the incident. However, students are pushing for justice. They accuse the administration of a cover-up and want accountability. As the situation unfolds, the public and students await updates. They hope for a thorough investigation that will bring clarity and justice.
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