Assam: Six Sentenced to Life for 1995 Murder of 80-Year-Old Woman Accused of Witchcraft

Six men were sentenced to life imprisonment by a court in Assam for the 1995 murder of an 80‑year‑old woman who was accused of practicing witchcraft. The case, which had remained in the courts for decades, culminated in a verdict that underscored the seriousness of the crime. The sentencing reflects the judiciary’s stance against violence rooted in superstition and highlights the legal system’s role in protecting vulnerable citizens.