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Crime
Woman alleges six-year rape under marriage promise, forced abortion in India
✍️ Bhaskar English
🗓 25 Sep 2026, 01:31 PM
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A woman claims she was repeatedly raped for six years after being promised marriage, was compelled to abort her pregnancy, and now refuses to comply with further demands.
A woman has come forward with a disturbing account that she was subjected to sexual assault continuously for six years after being assured of marriage. The alleged perpetrator repeatedly violated her, maintaining the promise of a marital relationship as a pretext.
During the course of the abuse, the woman became pregnant. According to her statements, she was forced to undergo an abortion against her will, adding another layer of trauma to the prolonged exploitation.
Following the forced termination of her pregnancy, the victim has reportedly refused to acquiesce to any further demands from the accused, signalling her resolve to break the cycle of abuse. The case highlights the severe violations of personal autonomy and the urgent need for protective measures for women facing similar threats.
Legal and social activists have called for a thorough investigation into the allegations, emphasizing that such prolonged sexual violence and coercive control demand swift action from law enforcement and support services.
The incident underscores broader concerns about gender-based violence in the country and the importance of safeguarding women's rights against promises that mask exploitation.
During the course of the abuse, the woman became pregnant. According to her statements, she was forced to undergo an abortion against her will, adding another layer of trauma to the prolonged exploitation.
Following the forced termination of her pregnancy, the victim has reportedly refused to acquiesce to any further demands from the accused, signalling her resolve to break the cycle of abuse. The case highlights the severe violations of personal autonomy and the urgent need for protective measures for women facing similar threats.
Legal and social activists have called for a thorough investigation into the allegations, emphasizing that such prolonged sexual violence and coercive control demand swift action from law enforcement and support services.
The incident underscores broader concerns about gender-based violence in the country and the importance of safeguarding women's rights against promises that mask exploitation.