RAEBARELI LYNCHING CASE Rahul visits victim's family, says Dalits being treated like criminals

FATEHPUR: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi on Friday visited the home of Hariom Valmiki, who was lynched by a mob in Unchahar earlier this month, and expressed solidarity with the grieving family. ‘The visit, marked by emotional scenes, saw Rahul consoling the victim’ parents and assuring them of full support in their pursuit of justice.

- BISWAJEET BANERJEE

Hariom’s parents broke down as Rahul Gandhi held their hands and comforted them. He hugged the victim’s father and reassured the mother, who wept inconsolably. ‘The Congress leader listened to the family’s account of the incident and said it was disturbing that the victims were being treated as if they were the ones guilty of a crime.