The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of the reported torture and murder of a 21-year-old medical student from Keralam in Uzbekistan. The Commission expressed grave concern over allegations of physical assault, harassment and attempted forced religious conversion preceding her death.
The NCW has written to the Director General of Police, Keralam, seeking an expeditious investigation, coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs and the Indian Embassy in Tashkent, preservation of evidence, and comprehensive support for the bereaved family.
The Commission has sought an Action Taken Report from the Kerala DGP within seven days. The NCW has also requested the Ambassador of India to Uzbekistan to extend all necessary assistance and coordinate with the concerned authorities to facilitate the legal process and ensure effective cooperation in the matter.
