Railway Firing Case: Woman Testifies Against RPF Constable, Alleges Religious Coercion at Gunpoint
In a shocking revelation in the mumbai railway firing case, a female witness has testified in court, alleging that RPF constable chetan Singh Chaudhary forced her to chant a religious slogan at gunpoint. The incident has added a disturbing communal angle to the case involving the killing of four individuals aboard a moving train.
Key Points from the Testimony:
Religious Slogan at Gunpoint
The woman told the court that Chaudhary pointed a gun at her and said, "Say ‘Jai Mata Di’, say it..."
He allegedly told her to say it loudly, claiming, "If you want to live in this country, say ‘Jai Mata Di’."
She stated that he targeted her because she was wearing a burqa.
Attempt to Defend Herself
The witness said she fearfully grabbed the weapon and tried to push it upward, questioning the constable's identity.
Chaudhary allegedly warned her not to touch the gun again or he would shoot.
Accused in Multiple Murders
Chaudhary is charged with killing four people: his senior officer ASI Tikaram Meena and three passengers.
The incident occurred on July 31, 2023, aboard the Jaipur-Mumbai Central Superfast Express near Palghar, Maharashtra.
He was apprehended soon after the attack and has remained in custody.
Court Proceedings
The woman testified before Additional Sessions Judge YB Pathan.
During both prosecution and cross-examination, she stood firmly by her statement.
She identified Chaudhary during the hearing, which was conducted via video conferencing.
Additional Public Prosecutor Sudhir Sapkale represented the state in court.
The incident has sparked nationwide outrage, raising questions about communal bias and violence within security forces.
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