UP rape: Finish laptop events before evening,says Akhilesh

After a girl was raped while returning home after attending a laptop distribution programme,CM Akhilesh Yadav has sought an explanation from the minister whose late arrival had delayed the event and ordered that all such functions be concluded before evening. All the district magistrates have been asked to finish the programmes by 1.30 pm and ensure that the students return by 4 pm,officials said Yadav has asked all the ministers to reach for the programmes at the right time to ensure the safety and security of the students,a government spokesperson said.

It is being alleged that the programme scheduled for 2 pm Monday got delayed due to the late arrival of the chief guest,Social Welfare Minister Awadhesh Prasad and concluded around 10 pm.