Ghaziabad Rape Survivor Expresses Trauma Over Accused's Bail Celebration
Bail celebration video like reliving trauma, says Ghaziabad rape survivor
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A law student from Ghaziabad, who was raped by Sushil Prajapati, expressed her distress over a celebratory video of his release on bail. The survivor, fearing for her safety, emphasized the lack of remorse shown by Prajapati, questioning the societal response to such crimes and the impact on victims seeking justice.
- 01The survivor was drugged and raped by Sushil Prajapati in August 2022, leading to a lengthy legal battle.
- 02Prajapati received a celebratory welcome upon his release from Dasna jail on May 17, 2023, which included being carried on shoulders by friends.
- 03The survivor faced immense pressure and fear before filing her complaint, reflecting on the challenges victims encounter in seeking justice.
- 04She has not yet been summoned for trial proceedings since Prajapati's arrest, adding to her frustration and trauma.
- 05The survivor's difficult childhood, having lost both parents, has been further complicated by the trauma of this incident.
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A law student from Ghaziabad, who was raped by Sushil Prajapati, has expressed deep trauma following the public celebration of his release on bail. Prajapati, who was arrested for drugging and sexually assaulting her, was welcomed by friends with flowers and cheers upon leaving Dasna jail on May 17, 2023. The survivor stated that watching the celebration video felt like reliving her trauma, from the incident to the filing of the FIR. She emphasized the lack of remorse shown by Prajapati, questioning why he was celebrated instead of being condemned. The survivor, who had to overcome significant fear and pressure to report the crime, highlighted the societal implications of such celebrations on victims' willingness to seek justice. Living with her siblings after losing both parents, she expressed her fears for personal safety and the impact of this incident on her trust in professional environments. Despite her efforts to move forward, the celebration of her attacker has brought back painful memories, making it harder for her to heal.
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The public celebration of Prajapati's release has heightened the survivor's fears and may deter other victims from coming forward.
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