In a shocking turn of events, the father of the two minor girls who were found hanging from a tree in Budaun, Uttar Pradesh, attempted to commit self-immolation on Tuesday. The man, along with his family members, reached outside the residence of the chief minister and set himself on fire in protest against the lack of action by the police in the case. He had been demanding justice for his daughters and punishment for the culprits responsible for their brutal rape and murder.

The brutal crime took place on January 27, when the two girls, aged 13 and 15, went missing from their home. Their bodies were found hanging from a mango tree the next day in a nearby village. The post-mortem report confirmed rape and death due to hanging. The incident caused widespread outrage and protests across the country.

While both the police and the local villagers had initially tried to dismiss the case as a suicide, based on caste-based honour reasons, authorities were forced to take action after the news spread rapidly on social media. The case was transferred to the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), and several arrests have been made in connection with the crime, including two police officers and a temple priest.

However, the father of the victims expressed his frustration with the pace of the investigation and the lack of progress in delivering justice for his daughters. He believed that the accused were not being treated appropriately and demanded stricter punishment for them. He accused the police of trying to protect the guilty individuals due to their influential background.

The incident has once again highlighted the issue of violence against women in India and the failure of the criminal justice system to provide timely justice. It has sparked outrage and protests across the country, with people demanding stricter laws and more accountability from the authorities.

Politicians and activists have also condemned the incident and called for immediate action. The Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh has promised a fair and speedy trial in the case, assuring the victim’s family that justice will be served. The incident has also drawn attention to the prevailing gender inequality and the need for societal change to ensure the safety and well-being of women and girls.

As the investigation into the case continues, it is crucial for the authorities to address the concerns raised by the victims’ family and ensure that justice is served. The incident serves as a grim reminder of the urgent need to address the issue of violence against women and to create a safer and more equal society for all.