A distressing case of alleged sexual assault and betrayal has emerged from Bhopal, where a 40-year-old widow reported being raped for over three years based on a false promise of marriage. The incident came to light after a formal complaint was lodged at the Aishbagh police station on Saturday.
Details of the Alleged Assault and Deception
According to the police, the survivor, who lives in a rented accommodation in the area, met the accused man following the death of her husband. The accused, who works as a repairer of electronic items to earn his livelihood, reportedly initiated a relationship with her.
The man promised to marry the woman, leading her to enter into a live-in relationship with him. However, the survivor's complaint states that this promise was a cruel ruse. She alleged that for more than three years, he repeatedly raped her under the pretext of their impending marriage.
The Breaking Point and Police Action
The situation reached a critical point when the accused finally refused to honour his marriage promise. To add to her trauma, he also physically assaulted and thrashed her. Exhausted and betrayed, the woman mustered the courage to approach the Aishbagh police on Saturday to report the entire ordeal.
Acting on her complaint, the police have registered a case against the accused. The authorities have confirmed that the accused individual is involved in repairing electronic goods. An investigation into the serious allegations is currently underway as officers work to gather further evidence and details surrounding this prolonged case of exploitation.
A Pattern of Vulnerability and Crime
This case highlights the extreme vulnerability often faced by women, particularly widows, who are targeted with false assurances of security and social acceptance. The misuse of a promise of marriage to exploit someone emotionally and sexually represents a severe violation of trust and law.
The prompt registration of the case by Aishbagh police is a necessary step towards seeking justice for the survivor. The community and authorities must remain vigilant against such predatory behaviour that preys on individuals during their most vulnerable times.
