Cong MP Preneet meets Patiala braveheart
Tuesday, 15/10/2013
http://www.tribuneindia.com/2013/20131015/punjab.htm#7
Impressed with the heroic effort of a 21-year-old Punjabi University student Manpreet Kaur, who put up a courageous fight against a robber, Minister of State for External Affairs Preneet Kaur today said she would recommend the girl for the national bravery award.
The incident occurred around 5.30 am on Saturday when Manpreet, staying a paying guest, took an auto-rickshaw to the local bus stand for her journey to Faridkot.
The driver instead of taking her to the bus stand drove her to a secluded road near Punjabi University on the pretext of carrying other passengers. He then tried to snatch her bag and mobile phone but when she resisted, attacked her with a screwdriver. She sustained serious injuries on her neck, abdomen and one of her lungs were punctured.
Despite bleeding profusely, the girl chased the driver who drove away with her belongings. The victim then called up her relatives who took her to Rajindra Hospital.
The MP said she had set an example for other girls. She said, “Manpreet has displayed an amazing fighting spirit. Despite suffering from brutal injuries, she fought on and therefore, I will recommend her name for the national bravery award.”
She directed Deputy Medical Superintendent Dr Harshinder Kaur to prepare a detailed report of the girl so that her case could be forwarded for the award.
Perneet Kaur expressed anguish over the deteriorating law and order in the city. “The shocking incident speaks volumes about the lawlessness in the city. The police should nab the accused at the earliest and take strict action against him,” said the MP.
Investigating Officer Harmanjit Singh Cheema said they were working hard to arrest the accused. “The operation is taking time as there are over 3,500 auto-rickshaws in the city. We will nab the accused soon,” he said.
Meanwhile, a delegation of Punjabi University students met police officers and sought the immediate arrest of the accused.
