Woman Murdered in Mayurbhanj Amid Witchcraft Allegations

A woman was found dead in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, after local authorities alleged she was involved in witchcraft. The incident was reported to the police, who have taken over the case and are conducting an investigation. Initial statements indicate that the victim was accused of practicing supernatural rituals, a claim that led to her being targeted. Law enforcement officials are collecting evidence and interviewing witnesses to determine the motive and identify suspects. The case has drawn attention to the persistence of superstitious beliefs in rural parts of Odisha.