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]]>The deceased, originally from Beed district, had been employed at a government facility in Phaltan tehsil. Police were alerted after the woman’s body was discovered hanging in her hotel room, an official confirmed.
Taking immediate notice of the case, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis spoke to the Satara Superintendent of Police and ordered the suspension of the two officers named in the note. Fadnavis, who also heads the Home Department, directed authorities to take strict legal action against all those involved, the Chief Minister’s Office stated in an official release.
In a note written on her palm, the doctor alleged that Sub-Inspector Gopal Badane had raped and sexually assaulted her multiple times over the past five months. Another police official, Prashant Bankar, was accused of mentally harassing her during the same period.
Police confirmed that a case has been registered and that the victim’s body has been sent for post-mortem examination. Investigations are underway into the allegations mentioned in the note.
Reacting to the incident, Maharashtra State Women’s Commission Chief Rupali Chakankar said, “We have taken serious note of the matter and directed Satara Police to take strong action against the accused. Dedicated teams are tracking down those responsible, and no one involved will be spared.”
The case has sparked widespread outrage, with calls for a thorough investigation and justice for the victim.
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]]>Majumdar, who met the survivor at the hospital the day after the incident, described the young woman as physically weak and emotionally shattered, still undergoing medical treatment at the time. “Her bleeding had stopped, but she was extremely fragile, and unable to process the trauma she had endured,” Majumdar stated.
She confirmed that the NCW team had immediately reached the city, met the survivor, and recorded her statement. According to the survivor, she was accompanied by a friend when they were approached by a group of individuals. “Three of them led her into a wooded area. One assaulted her, two others molested her, and two more took her mobile phone and ₹200 and never returned them,” Majumdar detailed.
She further questioned the accuracy of the police’s actions, citing a discrepancy in the number of suspects. “The girl’s statement does not mention six individuals, yet six people have been arrested,” she said, emphasizing the need for accountability and transparent investigation.
Majumdar also expressed concern over forensic negligence, stating that the crime scene was not initially examined thoroughly. “Whether due to ignorance or deliberate delay, this is a serious lapse,” she said, stressing that the commission has documented photos, videos, and the survivor’s testimony.
Importantly, she addressed reports linking the accused to political affiliations. “If law enforcement is acting under political pressure, the NCW will not stay silent. We are determined to ensure that this doesn’t become another R.G. Kar incident,” Majumdar warned.
She concluded with a direct appeal to the state leadership: “Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee must take responsibility for ensuring the safety of girls in West Bengal. They deserve protection.”
Meanwhile, the Asansol-Durgapur Police Commissionerate confirmed that a sixth person—the survivor’s friend—was taken into custody for questioning, marking a significant turn in the case. Police Commissioner Sunil Kumar Choudhary had earlier confirmed that five suspects, whose presence at the crime scene was verified, had already been arrested.
The case continues to unfold, with increasing public scrutiny and mounting calls for justice.
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]]>The student was discovered injured, with torn clothing, near the university auditorium on October 13 — a day after she was reported missing. Authorities received a distress call around 3 PM on Monday at Maidan Garhi police station, informing them that the missing student had been found on campus.
According to Deputy Commissioner of Police (South) Ankit Chauhan, a police team was immediately dispatched, and an FIR has been registered based on the student’s statement. The charges include attempt to gangrape and the investigation is being handled with high priority and sensitivity, he said.
The student was promptly taken to a nearby hospital for medical examination and is currently receiving counseling.
Preliminary Investigation and Background
During counseling, the student revealed that she had been approached and forcefully taken by four individuals near the auditorium. Police have asked the university to provide CCTV footage to help track her movements after she left her hostel room.
It was also reported that the student had only recently joined SAU, having moved to the campus two weeks ago after spending the previous year in Kota. She has reportedly been undergoing treatment for depression, which began following her parents’ separation — with her father living in Bihar and her mother in Mumbai.
Student Protests and University Response
As word of the alleged assault spread across campus, students gathered outside the administrative building Monday evening, accusing the administration of failing to act swiftly and inform authorities on time. The protest turned into an eight-hour sit-in, with demands for accountability and safety assurances.
On Tuesday, the university released an official statement condemning the incident: “South Asian University denounces this alleged act of sexual violence in the strongest possible terms. We stand in full solidarity with our student community and assure our complete support,” the statement read.
SAU emphasized its zero-tolerance policy toward any form of harassment or violence against women and reiterated its commitment to a safe and secure campus environment.
What’s Next
Police continue to investigate the case, and students are demanding increased campus security measures and transparency from university officials. The incident has reignited conversations about women’s safety in educational institutions and the need for proactive administrative action in such situations.
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