Ludhiana Police Book Resident for Alleged Rape and Acid Attack Threat Against Fiancée
Police in Ludhiana have registered a formal case against a city resident for allegedly raping his fiancée, abruptly calling off their wedding just two weeks before the scheduled date, and threatening her with an acid attack. The shocking incident has sent ripples through the community, highlighting severe breaches of trust and safety.
Details of the Allegations and Police Action
According to the complaint filed by the victim, a 20-year-old woman, the couple got engaged in November 2025, with their marriage set for March. Following the engagement, the accused frequently took her to various hotels and established physical relations, allegedly under the pretext of their upcoming nuptials. However, in a devastating turn of events, merely twelve days before the ceremony, the accused informed her over the telephone that the marriage was cancelled.
When the woman confronted him about the sudden cancellation, he reportedly threatened her with an acid assault, escalating the situation to a life-threatening level. The victim further alleged that the accused's actions were driven by his involvement in an illicit relationship with another woman. To compound her distress, he began circulating morphed and defamatory pictures of her on social networking sites, aiming to tarnish her reputation publicly.
Legal Proceedings and Ongoing Investigation
Police officials have confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered against the accused under Sections 64 (rape) and 351 (2) (criminal intimidation) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS). A manhunt has been launched to apprehend the suspect, who remains at large as investigations continue into these grave allegations.
The case underscores critical issues of gender-based violence and digital harassment, with authorities urging the public to report any similar incidents promptly. The victim's courage in coming forward has been commended, and police are working diligently to ensure justice is served in this distressing matter.
