AALO : The Arunachal Pradesh State Commission for Women (APSCW) has strongly condemned the brutal murder of a woman allegedly by her husband in Aalo, West Siang district, and called for a free, fair and impartial investigation into the case.

In a statement, the Commission expressed concern over the increasing incidence of crime in the state and attributed the trend, in part, to the prolonged operating hours of clubs, pubs and bars. It appealed to the concerned authorities to strictly regulate and enforce appropriate opening and closing timings for such establishments across Arunachal Pradesh.

The Commission also urged the state government to ensure a transparent investigation and to book the accused in accordance with the law.

Appealing to the media to exercise restraint while reporting the case, the APSCW reminded that Section 74 of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015, prohibits the disclosure of the identity or publication of photographs of a child victim, witness or child in conflict with the law. Any violation of the provision is punishable under the Act.

The Commission specifically requested media organisations not to reveal the identity or faces of the victim’s family members, particularly if a minor is involved.

Reiterating its strong stand against all forms of violence against women, the APSCW appealed to the public to cooperate with the police investigation to ensure justice for the deceased and her family.