Parineeti Chopra was among the first in the Hindi film industry to voice her horror over the incident.On her Instagram, she shared a post detailing the gruesome crime, stating, “If it is too difficult for you to read, imagine what it was for her. Disgusting. Horrific. Hang him by his b***s.” Her strong words reflect the anger and frustration felt by many who are appalled by the continuous violence against women in India. Parineeti’s post resonated with many of her followers, who echoed her sentiments and called for severe punishment for the perpetrator.
Besides Parineeti, Alia Bhatt also took a stand, issuing a powerful statement that not only condemned the Kolkata incident but also highlighted the ongoing issues of women’s safety in India. Alia drew parallels between this tragedy and the infamous Nirbhaya case of 2012, which led to widespread protests and legal reforms. However, Alia pointed out that despite these efforts, the safety of women in India has seen little improvement.
Alia Bhatt highlighted concerning figures from the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) 2022 report in her post, shedding light on the distressing rise in violence against women. The report indicates a 4% increase in crimes against women since 2022, with over 20% of these cases involving rape and assault. The statistics reveal a troubling reality, with nearly 90 rapes reported daily across India last year. Alia also drew attention to the heightened vulnerability of women in the medical field, noting that they make up 30% of doctors and 80% of nursing staff in an environment that is becoming increasingly perilous.
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Alia’s message also addressed the systemic issues that perpetuate violence against women. She criticized the societal structures that place the burden of safety on women rather than addressing the root causes of violence. “Don’t tell women to change their path—change the terrain,” she urged, calling for the creation of safe spaces and increased protection measures for women across the country. Alia’s post ended with a poignant reminder that until these systemic issues are tackled, women will continue to face the threat of violence with little hope for real change.