India, Nov. 3 -- Expressing anguish over the alleged gang rape of a 20-year-old college student in Coimbatore, National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) member Priyank Kanoongo blamed the Tamil Nadu government and asked, "How many more Nirbhayas will it take for governments to ensure women's safety?"

Kanoongo also stated that the incident reflects a "complete failure" on the part of the Tamil Nadu government in safeguarding the state's daughters.

Calling the crime "heartbreaking", Kanoongo said the assault brings back painful memories of the 2012 Delhi Nirbhaya case, which had sparked nationwide outrage and led to stronger laws against sexual violence.

"The Coimbatore incident is heartbreaking. A 20-year-old college student was with her ...