Telangana Chief Minister A Revanth Reddy has ordered a magisterial inquiry into the rape and murder of a 21-year-old nurse at a private hospital in Tukkuguda, on the outskirts of Hyderabad. The CM has directed officials to identify any security lapses that may have contributed to the crime.
The inquiry will examine the circumstances leading to the incident, security arrangements at the accommodation where the victim was staying, possible negligence by the hospital management, and compliance with prescribed safety norms for women employees, the Chief Minister’s Office said.
With the accused already in police custody, CM Revanth directed senior police officials to expedite the collection of forensic and other technical evidence and ensure that a comprehensive chargesheet is filed without delay. He also directed authorities to take steps to have the case tried in a fast-track court to ensure speedy justice for the victim’s family.
CM Revanth assured the family of full government support. Ministers Ponguleti Srinivasa Reddy and Seethakka had earlier visited the family. The government has also provided financial assistance and sanctioned an Indiramma house to the family.
The victim, who was from Khammam district, had moved to Hyderabad, where she worked as a nurse at Prime Care Hospital for about eight months. She was staying in residential quarters provided by the hospital.
On August 29, when the victim did not come out of her room despite repeated knocks, her friend informed her aunt. Following the complaint, police found the woman dead inside the room with bleeding injuries on her face.
Police initially examined the scene and deployed Crime Laboratory Ultimate Evidence System teams and a dog squad to gather evidence. The body was sent to Osmania General Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
On August 30, Pahadishareef Police arrested 34-year-old MD Sanaullah in connection with the crime. Police said Sanaullah, a bike mechanic from Begusarai district in Bihar, had allegedly stalked the woman before assaulting and killing her.
Police said the accused was found using technical evidence and information gathered during the investigation. A Samsung mobile phone and clothes allegedly belonging to him were seized, police said.
The investigation is ongoing, with police collecting and analysing forensic, technical, and other evidence.