A 25-year-old woman in Bhopal reported being sexually assaulted by a childhood friend she reconnected with on Instagram after a decade, under the jurisdiction of Parwalia Police Station. The accused, a cab driver, allegedly lured her with promises of marriage and assaulted her on New Year’s Day. Police are actively working to locate and apprehend the suspect. The victim, employed at a showroom, told authorities she reconnected with the accused last year on Instagram, where he reminded her of their high school days. Their renewed acquaintance quickly turned into a relationship, with the accused assuring her of marriage. On January 1, he took her out under the guise of celebrating the New Year and assaulted her in his cab. The exploitation continued multiple times, but when she pressed for marriage, he began avoiding her. Frustrated, she filed an FIR at Parwalia police station, prompting an ongoing investigation. Separate case of assault under Aishbagh Police Station:

 

In a related incident, a 24-year-old woman was deceived by a man she met on Instagram, who promised marriage and assaulted her in a hotel in November 2024. The accused has been arrested and is in custody, according to Aishbagh police. Session on examination of sexual assault victims at AIIMS A crucial session on the challenges in examining victims of sexual assault was organised at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhopal. In this session, health workers and concerned officials were trained to handle cases of sexual assault with sensitivity and efficiency, so that comprehensive care and support can be provided to the victims.

 

More than 150 students, teachers, and doctors from various departments participated in this session organised by the Department of Forensic Medicine and Toxicology. The session included detailed discussions on topics such as the guidelines of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for the examination of sexual assault victims, the complexities of obtaining consent, the experience of examining female and child victims, the mental trauma of victims, and the important role of psychiatrists. The aim of the session was to provide participants with information about the various aspects of sexual assault cases, including legal procedures, medical examinations, and emotional support. AIIMS Bhopal Director Professor (Dr) Ajay Singh said that victims of sexual assault need not only medical help but also emotional, mental, and legal support. He said that AIIMS Bhopal is committed to creating an empathetic mechanism in which every victim receives respect and justice. He added that training sessions of this kind play a vital role in equipping our doctors and staff with the necessary sensitivity and expertise to understand and effectively address the unique needs of the victims.