India: Pathak assures strict action against guilty in Kanpur Dehat incident

Kanpur: Uttar Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Brajesh Pathak has assured strict action against those found guilty in connection with the incident here. 

The two women allegedly died after they immolated themselves during an anti-encroachment drive.

He further said that a committee has been formed to investigate this matter.

A late-night discussion with the officials in this matter held with the top officials.

He made it clear that none would be spared -- be it police or administrative officials. They will not just be suspended, but put behind bars," he added.

Criticising the Opposition parties, he stated that our government stands with the oppressed.

Earlier, on Monday, a 45-year-old woman and her 20-year-old daughter were burnt alive after a thatched house caught fire when the police and administration teams were clearing encroachments in Marauli village in Kanpur Dehat district.