Minister Bindu Krishna pledges full support to survivor of alleged gang rape in Kochi
Minister Bindu Krishna has pledged government support and justice for a survivor of an alleged gang rape in Kochi. The government is providing counseling and has prioritized the investigation to ensure the accused are held accountable.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding women's safety and the government's response to gender-based violence.
Bindu Krishna, Minister for Women and Child Development, has pledged all possible assistance and care for the survivor of the alleged Kochi gang rape case.
She also assured that the accused would be brought to justice. She was addressing the media after visiting the survivor at the Government Medical College, Kalamassery, on Saturday (October 10, 2026).
“Ensuring the safety of women is a key priority of the government. There will be no lapses in handling the case,” Ms. Krishna said. She added that counselling sessions were being provided to the survivor to help her cope with the psychological trauma.
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