A physically challenged woman was allegedly raped by her neighbour in Odisha’s Puri district on Friday night. The incident took place in the Brahmagiri police station area, about 30km from Puri town. The woman underwent a medical examination and the accused has been arrested and produced in court. ADVERTISEMENTBJD vice-president and former Brahmagiri MLA Sanjay Dasburma condemned the incident and highlighted a rise in crimes against women in Odisha. Dasburma said 40,947 cases of crime against women have been reported during the BJP’s 18-month rule, including 3,205 rape cases, 1,476 sexual assault cases and 49 dowry death cases.

Source: The Telegraph December 29, 2025 03:01 UTC