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Mumbai Police Raided Brothel In Girgaon, 33 Women Rescued
A raid was conducted in seven Girgaon brothels during which approximately 33 women were rescued from seven rooms. The brothels were located at Noor Mohammed Beg compound on VP Road. Those who were operating it have been booked under the PETA Act (Section 15), IPC 373 and 34. During the investigation, it was discovered that these women were being forced into the flesh trade.
Tags: Raid, Mumbai Police, Brothel, IPC, Women Rescued
Courtesy: The Free Press Journal
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Treat Sex Workers With Dignity, Don't Abuse, SC To Police
The Supreme Court reviewed a petition and directed the police not to abuse during brothel raids against consenting sex workers, as it is not illegal. In a major judgment, the SC bench directed police to treat sex workers with dignity and provide them equal rights, like any citizen under the constitution. Considering the abusive attitude of police, SC said, "The police must refrain from interfering or taking any criminal action."
Tags: Sex Workers, Delhi, Supreme Court, Police, Brothel
Courtesy: India Today
