Thane Protest: FIR Filed Against 300 People Over Badalapur Demonstration | ABP News

In Thane's Badalapur, protests over the sexual assault of two young girls at a school led to significant disruptions. Demonstrations, triggered by the incident on August 16, where a 23-year-old accused assaulted the girls in a school restroom, resulted in clashes with police and roadblocks. The case, involving a suspect who worked as a school janitor, prompted state-wide outrage. Following the incident, local authorities imposed Section 144 to prevent further gatherings and closed businesses. The Maharashtra government has announced an SIT investigation, with Chief Minister Eknath Shinde pledging action against the school. Additionally, Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis vowed to expedite legal proceedings, and three police officers were suspended for procedural delays.