Kerala Dalit murder-rape: Rahul Gandhi promises swift action

Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the rape and brutal murder of a 30-year-old dalit woman at Perumbavoor

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Congress vice president Rahul Gandhi.(Express photo)

Congress Vice-President Rahul Gandhi today expressed deep “shock and pain” over the brutal rape and murder of a law student in Kerala and promised “swift action” to bring the guilty to book.

“Deeply saddened & pained to learn of the brutal rape and murder of a law student in Perumbavoor, Kerala.

“Spoke to PCC President Sudheeranji about the incident, Kerala Govt will take swift action to bring the guilty to book (sic)”, he said in a series of tweets.

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Two persons have been taken into custody in connection with the rape and brutal murder of a 30-year-old dalit woman at Perumbavoor that sparked street protests by students and rights activists across the state today.

Chief Minister Oommen Chandy described the crime as “shocking” and said the culprits will be brought to book.

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