Ludhiana MC chief reviews sports projects

Ludhiana: Detailed project reports are ready for upcoming projects such as upgrade of a badminton court, table tennis rooms and development of all-weather swimming pool at the Rakh Bagh sports complex, here. It was stated by MC Commissioner Pardeep Kumar Sabharwal who conducted a meeting with officials on Friday to discuss proposed projects for improving the sports infrastructure in the city. A discussion was also conducted regarding the upcoming sports park at Jainpur project. These projects are part of the Smart City mission. TNS

5-year-old raped by stepfather

Ludhiana: A five-year-old girl was allegedly raped by her stepfather in Haibowal. The Haibowal police arrested the accused, Monu, a native of UP, at present staying in Gopal Nagar here. The complainant, the victim’s mother, told the police that she got married to Ravi in 2014 and they had two children, a boy and a girl. Two years ago, her husband died, following which she got married with Monu. After the second marriage, her children continued to stay with them. The woman said on January 13 night, she was shocked to see that the accused was violating her daughter. The woman alleged that she raised an alarm following which people from the area reached the spot. However, the accused fled the spot. Investigating officer ASI Sukhwinder Singh said a case under Sections 376-AB, IPC, and the POCSO Act had been registered against the accused and raids were being conducted to nab the accused. TNS