Archive · 22 Sep 2025
Odisha Reports Surge in Crimes Against Women in 14 Months
In Odisha, India, there was a lot of news about crimes against women.
Over a year, there were thousands of reported cases of different crimes like rape and harassment.
The government is taking action, such as arresting people and putting in place measures to stop these crimes.
They are also monitoring sensitive cases and setting up special courts and online monitoring for cybercrimes to improve women's safety.
37,611 cases of crime against women were registered in Odisha in 14 months.
Cases include rape, molestation, harassment, and dowry-related violence.
Nearly 6,000 people were arrested in connection with the cases.
The government is monitoring sensitive cases and using measures like CCTV cameras.
Special courts and online abuse monitoring units are in place.
- Who
- Odisha Government, women, and perpetrators
- What
- Reported increase in crimes against women in Odisha.
- When
- Between June 2024 and July this year.
- Where
- Odisha, India
- Why
- Cases were reported to the Odisha Assembly.
- Total Cases
- 37,611
- Timeframe
- June 2024 - July 2024 (14 months)
- Rape Cases
- 2,933
- Molestation Cases
- 9,181
- Arrests
- 5,979 (including 225 women)
- Dowry-related Torture
- 5,464 cases
