J&K’s only AAP MLA Mehraj Malik booked for threatening, abusing woman doctor
In a shocking development, Jammu and Kashmir’s only Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA, Mehraj Malik, has been booked by the police for allegedly threatening and abusing a woman doctor. The doctor, who works at a government medical college in Doda, accused Malik of making abusive, gendered, and derogatory remarks against her online. She further alleged in her complaint that he threatened to drag her and strip her naked.
The incident has sparked widespread outrage and concern, with many calling for Malik’s immediate suspension and action against him. The case highlights the alarming rise of online harassment and abuse of women, particularly in positions of authority and power.
According to the police complaint, the woman doctor, who wishes to remain anonymous, had been receiving threatening messages and abusive comments from Malik on social media. The messages, which were reportedly sent over a period of several days, included graphic and derogatory language, with Malik threatening to take revenge on the doctor if she didn’t stop speaking out against him.
The doctor, who is a well-respected member of the medical community, alleged that Malik’s behavior was not only threatening but also sexist and misogynistic. She claimed that Malik had been using his position of power to intimidate and harass her, and that he had even threatened to drag her out of her home and strip her naked.
The police have taken the complaint seriously and have booked Malik under various sections of the Indian Penal Code (IPC), including Section 354 (assault or criminal force to woman with intent to outrage her modesty) and Section 506 (criminal intimidation). Malik has been summoned to appear before the police for questioning.
The AAP has distanced itself from Malik’s behavior, with a party spokesperson stating that the AAP strongly condemns any form of harassment or abuse. The spokesperson added that Malik’s actions were “unacceptable” and that he would be taking appropriate action against him.
However, many are not convinced by the party’s response. They argue that Malik’s behavior is a reflection of the AAP’s lack of commitment to women’s rights and gender equality. They point out that Malik’s actions are not an isolated incident, but rather part of a broader pattern of patriarchal behavior that is tolerated and even encouraged by the party.
The incident has also sparked a wider conversation about the need for greater accountability and action against online harassment and abuse. Many are calling for the government to take concrete steps to address the issue, including increasing funding for online safety initiatives and strengthening laws to protect victims of online abuse.
In conclusion, the case of Mehraj Malik highlights the urgent need for greater action to address online harassment and abuse. It is unacceptable that a sitting MLA should be accused of threatening and abusing a woman doctor, and it is even more unacceptable that he has been allowed to continue in his position despite these allegations.
As a society, we must do better to protect women and marginalized communities from online abuse. We must also hold our leaders and public figures to higher standards of behavior, and we must be willing to take action against those who engage in unacceptable and harmful behavior.
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