The Allahabad High Court has directed the Uttar Pradesh government to relocate the family of the Hathras gang‑rape victim to Ghaziabad or Noida within three months, rejecting the state’s earlier rehabilitation plan. The bench labeled the state’s resistance as “unnecessary” and set a firm deadline.

  • Family must be rehabilitated in Ghaziabad/Noida within 90 days
  • State’s earlier proposal of Kasganj, Etah or Aligarh dismissed as non‑compliant
  • Personal appearance ordered for the Additional Chief Secretary on non‑compliance

Case Overview

The Allahabad High Court ordered the Uttar Pradesh government to relocate the family of the 2020 Hathras gang‑rape victim to either Ghaziabad or Noida within three months, citing “unnecessary resistance” by the state to earlier directives.

State’s Initial Proposal

On February 22, 2025, the state offered rehabilitation in Kasganj, Etah or Aligarh, ignoring the family’s request for relocation to the Delhi‑NCR area. Justices Rajan Roy and Jaspreet Singh declared this decision “no decision in the eyes of law.”

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Family’s Perspective

The victim’s elder brother told The Hindu that the family seeks safety in Delhi‑NCR, stating, “It has been almost six years, yet our life has not returned to normal. The districts offered are adjacent to Hathras, we need to be in Ghaziabad/Noida for security.”

Historical Background

In September 2020, a 19‑year‑old woman was allegedly gang‑raped by four men from her village and died two weeks later in a Delhi hospital. The case sparked nationwide protests and intense scrutiny of Uttar Pradesh’s handling of gender‑based violence.

Judicial Procedure and Compliance

The bench directed the Additional Chief Secretary (Home) to file a compliance affidavit. Failure to do so will compel the official to appear before the court in person on November 30.

Why This Matters

BozokMedia analysis shows that this order not only secures safety for the victim’s family but also sets a stringent precedent for the implementation of judicial orders in Uttar Pradesh, potentially accelerating relief in other sensitive cases.

“The court’s firm stance curtails governmental inertia, delivering tangible justice to the affected family.”
Did You Know?: The Hathras incident became one of India’s largest public outcries against sexual violence, mobilising millions across the country.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question 1: Will the family receive government‑provided housing in Ghaziabad or Noida?

Answer: The court has ordered the state to ensure suitable accommodation, healthcare, and security, though the exact implementation plan remains pending.

Question 2: What happens if the state fails to comply?

Answer: Non‑compliance will trigger a personal appearance of the Additional Chief Secretary before the court on November 30, potentially leading to contempt proceedings.