MNS:- The Government have ordered an inquiry by Ms Veena Kumari Meena, Joint Secretary in the Ministry of Home Affairs into the allegations raised by the eye witness of the gang rape incident of 16.12.2012 regarding late arrival, non responsive behavior of PCR Vans and other allegations to ascertain the facts and fix accountability for any lapses. The inquiry will also look into the facts that the said bus continued to operate on the road even after challaned several times by Delhi Police
The Committee has following terms of reference:-
(a) It should be specifically looked as to how much time the PCR Vans took to reach the spot, whether they delayed in taking action after reaching the spot discussing the jurisdiction issue or any such other issue. It should also be enquired whether the PCR policemen took all necessary action as warranted.
(b) It should be enquired as to how the bus in question continued to ply on the roads of Delhi even after challaned several times by Delhi Police. It should also be looked into whether any cancellation of registration of the bus and its confiscation could have been done or not. If not, then the reasons thereof.
(c) The role of the Safdarjung hospital staff in dealing with the victims should also be looked into.
(d) The recent newspaper report regarding non-responsiveness of Dial 100 Helpline to a woman reporter should also be specifically looked into and the responsibility be fixed.
The inquiry officer has been asked to submit a detailed report within seven days after inquiry into the above allegations and issues.
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