“Why Should Women Pay The Price Of Crime Against Them?” Rahul Gandhi’s Big Question on Safety Debate

Rahul Gandhi urged Gen Z to join peaceful protests for women’s safety, saying women should not be punished for crimes against them. His remarks came amid growing concerns over safety and public spaces.

Post Published By: Sreeja Chowdhury

Updated : 29 September 2026, 12:15 PM IST

Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi (Img: X/@INCongress)

New Delhi: Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has urged young women and Gen Z across the country to participate in peaceful protests demanding safer public spaces for women. He said women should not face restrictions because of crimes committed against them.

In a post on X, Gandhi shared a video message in which he said, “Stop punishing women for the crimes committed against them,” while highlighting concerns over women’s safety and freedom of movement.

Stop punishing women for the crimes committed against them.

Across our country, women are afraid to walk the streets, afraid of being harassed, afraid of being raped. And the government’s answer: stay at home.

This is patriarchy at work: a system that blames the victim and… pic.twitter.com/f3lgqB3wQs

— Rahul Gandhi (@RahulGandhi) September 29, 2026

Rahul Gandhi Raises Concerns Over Safety and Freedom

Gandhi said that asking women to stay at home cannot be the answer to crimes against them. He called upon young people, especially Gen Z, to demand safer streets and stronger action to address safety concerns.

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His remarks came amid protests and public discussions over recent cases involving alleged crimes against women, including incidents reported in Delhi and other states.

Gen Z Protests Bring Women’s Safety Into Focus

Recent demonstrations by students and young people have highlighted concerns related to women’s safety, public spaces and accountability of authorities. Protesters have raised issues such as safer roads, better lighting and stronger preventive measures.

The debate has also drawn attention from institutions, with the Supreme Court recently expressing concerns over public safety in Delhi-NCR and seeking stronger measures from authorities.

Rahul Gandhi’s Message to Young People

In his appeal, Gandhi said young people have an important role in raising questions and pushing for change. He stressed that ensuring women’s safety requires addressing the reasons behind crimes rather than limiting women’s freedom.

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The statement has added to the ongoing national conversation around women’s safety, public security and the role of young citizens in social issues.