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Pranab praises rape victim for being strong, courageous

New Delhi, Dec 24: President Pranab Mukherjee today praised the courage and tenacity of the Delhi gang rape victim and asked people to redouble efforts for women's protection.In a message on the eve of Christmas,

PTI PTI Updated on: December 24, 2012 20:18 IST

An Indian police officer throws back stones at protesters during a violent demonstration near the India Gate against a gang rape and brutal beating of a 23-year-old student on a bus last week, in New Delhi, India, Sunday, Dec. 23, 2012. The attack last Sunday has sparked days of protests across the country. (AP Photo/Saurabh Das)

There have been wide spread protests across the city, including in front of Rashtrapati Bhavan over the weekend, with agitated youths demanding swift action against the perpetrators of the heinous crime.

“I laud the courage and tenacity of this young lady and her family. On this Christmas day, let us join in prayer for the full and speedy recovery of this strong and courageous girl,” the President said.
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