Archive · 17 Sep 2025
Woman Allegedly Gang-Raped Near Temple in Puri
A 20-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped near a temple in Puri.
She and her friend were filmed and blackmailed for money.
After they transferred some money but refused to give more, the woman was reportedly raped while her friend was assaulted.
Police arrested three suspects and the main suspect, Shiv Prasad Sahu.
The incident has sparked outrage.
The former Odisha Chief Minister expressed shock and criticized the government's handling of crimes against women.
A 20-year-old woman was allegedly gang-raped near a temple in Puri.
The incident occurred after the couple was filmed and blackmailed.
The accused demanded money from the couple.
Three suspects were arrested and the main suspect was apprehended.
The incident has drawn strong reactions and criticism.
- Who
- 20-year-old Dalit woman and her male friend, multiple men
- What
- Alleged gang-rape and assault
- When
- September 13
- Where
- Near Maa Baliharachandi temple, Puri
- Why
- Refusal to give more money after extortion
Naveen Patnaik's View
Government's Response
Government's handling of Crimes
Naveen Patnaik's View
Criticizes the government for failing to ensure safety and justice, citing rising crimes against women.
Government's Response
Implied: Strongest possible action needs to be taken to restore women’s faith in justice system.
- Victim
- 20-year-old Dalit woman
- Location
- Near Maa Baliharachandi temple, Puri
- Incident
- Alleged gang-rape
- Arrests
- Three
- Date
- September 13
- Main Suspect
- Shiv Prasad Sahu
Sources
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