Guwahati, August 23 — Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has drawn a controversial connection between the rise in criminal activities and areas where indigenous Assamese people have become minorities. This statement comes in the wake of the harrowing Dhing rape case, which has shocked the state.
Sarma expressed grave concern over the incident, stating, “Areas where indigenous Assamese people have become minorities, crimes like this Dhing rape have risen; we must identify our real enemies.” His comments underscore a heightened sensitivity to demographic changes in the region.
The Dhing rape case involves a minor girl who was attacked by three unidentified men on a motorcycle. The police have launched a manhunt and have already apprehended two suspects. Efforts are ongoing to capture the remaining perpetrators.
In response to the attack, the Dhing Regional Students’ Union has declared a complete shutdown of Dhing, demanding the immediate arrest of the offenders. All shops, markets, and educational institutions in the area will remain closed as part of the protest. To manage the heightened tension, additional police and paramilitary forces have been deployed.
The assault occurred on Thursday when the girl was on her way home from tuition classes. The assailants abandoned her in a forest, leaving her in a state of shock and without clothing for about an hour before she was discovered and rescued. She was initially taken to Dhing FRU and later referred to Nagaon for further treatment due to her critical condition.
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