Overview

• A 45-year-old tribal woman was found unconscious on May 24 in Khalwa village and succumbed to severe internal injuries sustained during a gang rape the previous night.
• Forensic experts reported that 176 cm of her intestine had emerged due to forceful insertion, likely by hand, and no foreign object was recovered at the scene.
• Suspects Hari Ram Kurku and Sunil Korku were arrested and had their police custody extended for an additional two days by the local court.
• The Madhya Pradesh Human Rights Commission classified the case as a serious rights violation and demanded a detailed report from the Superintendent of Police, Khandwa.
• Advocates warn the incident highlights chronic vulnerabilities to sexual violence in tribal areas and underscores the need for stronger safeguards and accountability.