New Delhi, Nov 12 (PTI) The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report about a 20-year-old woman who was allegedly molested and pushed off a local train at Naigaon railway station in Maharashtra, resulting in the amputation of her left arm below the elbow.
In a post on X, NCW said its chairperson, Vijaya Rahatkar, has written to the Maharashtra Director General of Police (DGP), seeking a fair and time-bound investigation into the incident, details of legal action taken against the arrested accused, and preservation of CCTV footage and other evidence.
"The National Commission for Women has taken suo motu cognisance of a media report published on 12 November 2026 regarding a 20-year-old woman who was allegedly molested and pushed off a local train at Naigaon railway station, resulting in the amputation of her left arm below the elbow," the statement said.
The commission has also sought comprehensive medical care, psychological support, long-term rehabilitation and appropriate compensation for the victim.
It has further called for a review of security arrangements in local trains and at railway stations to strengthen the safety of women commuters.
The NCW has sought a detailed Action Taken Report (ATR) within seven days.
"No woman should have to suffer violence for speaking up against harassment. The safety of women in public transport is non-negotiable, and accountability must be ensured," the commission said.
A 20-year-old woman lost her hand after allegedly being molested on a train and pushed onto the tracks at Naigaon station in neighbouring Palghar district, a railway official said on Thursday, adding that the 53-year-old accused has been arrested.
The shocking incident took place on the evening of November 4, the Western Railway official said.
