SHIVANI
A nation can’t be listed as developing one ,until women didn’t feel safe in their own country. Women represent Shakti or dynamic energy and hold the power to destroy the evil. Women being a giver of life also proves out to be a destroying force when it comes to deal with the evils of a society.
Women are described most powerful in our history. Two cite this, Draupadi from the ancient Hindu epics swore to destroy the Kauravas when they destroyed her dignity. But today’s generation didn’t respect women. These days, news of Mishappening with women and girls are coming from almost every corner of the country. The recent rape and murder case of Dr Moumita Debnath in Kolkata is among from those cases. It’s a thing of shame for security as well as politics of that area. Why direct death sentence isn’t given to those criminals? Why they are roaming Fearless and making our country and Society shameful?
We come from that country where girls are worshipped as the form of goddess. It’s heart breaking for every patriotic and religious citizen to hear these type of incidents. This is a type of society in which people protest about the mishappening, no strict actions taken by the government ,things don’t change and with time everyone forgot. But it’s hard to forget for those parents who send their girls to schools and then universities for higher studies. It will be an obstacle in the path of women’s education as well as equality and freedom. How could a country develop when warriors remain tied with chains and kept away from education and denied of freedom?
Dr. Moumita Debnath’s rape and murder case is a stark reminder that women’s safety is still not a priority in our country. Despite the numerous cases of violence against women , the lack of effective measures to prevent such crimes is alarming. This incident has raised seven questions about the safety of women in public places, particularly at night. The Kolkata case is not an isolated incident. Women across India face harrassment, abuse and violence everyday. According to National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB), crimes against women have increase 12.9% between 2018 -2022. The data is a grime reminder that women safety is still a distant dream.
To sort out this problem, it is essential to keep us strong check on women safety. Firstly, law enforcement Agencies must take proactive measures to ensure women safety. Police patrolling should be increased at night, can help deter crimes.Secondly, societal attitudes towards women need to change. General sensation programs can help challenge patriarchal norms and promote respect for women.Furthermore , women’s empowerment is crucial to ensuring their safety.
Education, economic independence and self defence training can enable women to protect themselves. The government and civil society must work together to create a safe and supportive environment for women.
In conclusion, the Kolkata doctor’s murder is a wakeup call for all of us. Women’s safety must became a first priority. We owe it to Dr. Moumita and countless other women who have suffered at the hands of violence. Let us work together to create a safe and more just Society for women.
(The writer is student of GHSS Bajabain)