The CBI Thursday registered a first information report (FIR) in Badaun rape case, officials said.
Two teenaged girls were allegedly raped and later hanged from a tree May 27 in Katra Sadatganj village of Uttar Pradesh's Badaun district, causing a national uproar.
"We have registered an FIR in the alleged Badaun rape case. A team of 20 officers led by a DIG and consisting of forensic experts will leave for Uttar Pradesh tomorrow (Friday)," a CBI official said.
"The UP government has been requested to provide logistical support to the visiting team."
Published 12 June 2014, 07:06 IST