Incident at Lahore College: Security Guard Arrested Amid Social Media Uproar
A security guard at a private college in Lahore has been arrested following allegations of raping a student. The incident came to light when reports went viral on social media, prompting the Lahore police to act swiftly. According to Deputy Inspector General (DIG) Faisal Kamran, a special team was formed to investigate the matter further.
Despite the online uproar, no First Information Report (FIR) has been filed, as the victim and her family have not yet come forward to lodge a formal complaint. DIG Kamran emphasized that further action would be taken only if the affected girl or her parents report the incident.
The police have also highlighted that the unverified social media posts might be an attempt to tarnish the reputation of the college. Until concrete evidence is found, they urged the public to avoid spreading speculation online. Meanwhile, the college administration is cooperating fully with the authorities as they investigate the claims.
Reports indicate that students are planning to stage a protest outside the college on Monday at 2 PM to demand clarity and justice.
Rising Violence Against Women: A Disturbing Trend
A recent 2023 report by the Sustainable Social Development Organisation revealed alarming statistics about violence against women in Punjab:
Crime | Number of Cases (2023) | Key Locations |
---|---|---|
Violence against women | 10,201 | Lahore, Sheikhupura, Kasur |
Rape cases | 6,624 | Faisalabad, Lahore, Sargodha |
Kidnapping | 626 | Major cases in Punjab |
Honor killings | 120 | Across various districts |
Women trafficking | 20 | Hot spots include Lahore, Faisalabad, Rahim Yar Khan |
The report highlighted a 14.5% increase in violence cases compared to 2022, with Lahore registering 1,464 cases of violence against women. Disturbingly, a woman was raped every 45 minutes in Punjab in 2023, underscoring the region’s ongoing struggle with gender-based violence.
These statistics reflect the urgent need for stronger protective measures and effective enforcement of laws to curb such heinous acts against women in Pakistan.