A visually challenged girl was allegedly raped by a man pretending to be a temple priest in Shivpuri district. The incident came to light when the girl became pregnant. The suspect, who is on the run, is accused of sexually assaulting the minor girl within the temple premises.
The girl's family went to the police after finding out she was pregnant. The police have filed a case and are looking for the suspect. The man, who claimed to be a religious leader, used to hold gatherings at the temple and perform religious ceremonies. He also threatened to kill the girl's father if she told anyone about the assault.
The man who committed the crime is thought to have used a fake identity, pretending to be a CRPF soldier. He is also suspected of marrying a woman in Mathura by lying and then running away. He gained people's trust and power by acting like a religious leader.
The police are strictly looking into the case carefully. They are continuously collecting proof and finding people who may have seen or know something about the case. They are also searching in nearby states like Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, and Chhattisgarh to find the suspect.
When will girls feel safe in India?
Girls in India face danger in many places like temples, schools, colleges, and workplaces. The number of rape and assault cases is going up every day, making them feel scared and unsafe. Some cases, like the one in Kolkata, get attention, but many others are ignored, even though every girl is important. Parents are afraid to send their daughters to study because they worry about their safety. Even safe places are no longer safe, leaving girls worried and unprotected.