Dehradun, May 1 -- The Uttarakhand government has initiated action against the man accused of raping a minor in Nainital district, extending legal proceedings to include action against his alleged illegal property as well, officials said on Thursday.

The municipal corporation has pasted a notice at the residence of the accused, identified as Usman, who the police have already arrested. The accused reportedly worked as a local contractor.

According to officials, the house is an illegal construction situated on Forest Department land.

Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has issued a stern warning, stating that those who endanger the dignity of Uttarakhand and the safety of its daughters will face severe consequences. "There is no place in...