Six Arrested in Alleged Seven-Day Gang Rape of 19-Year-Old in Varanasi

Police are investigating conflicting reports on the number of perpetrators, with the victim's account and CCTV footage central to the case.

The victim, a 19-year-old woman, was allegedly drugged and gang-raped over seven days after going missing on March 29, 2025.
Six suspects have been arrested, and legal proceedings are currently underway, according to Uttar Pradesh Police.
The assaults reportedly occurred at locations including a hookah bar, hotels, and a guest house in Varanasi.
Conflicting reports suggest the number of perpetrators could range from six to as many as 23, complicating the investigation.
Police are reviewing CCTV footage from the hookah bar and questioning staff as part of their ongoing probe.