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Gurugram Police Rescue Tripura Student After Alleged Three‑Day Captivity and Rape

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Kidnapping and Assault Reported on February 19 The 19‑year‑old student called her mother on the night of February 19, warning that her live‑in partner, Shivam, intended to kill her [1]. Her mother immediately contacted Badshahpur police, who arrived at the residence and rescued the victim that same night [1]. Police statements indicate the girl had been locked in a room for three days, during which she was repeatedly assaulted [1].

Victim Identified as 19‑Year‑Old Biotechnology Student The survivor hails from Tripura and is enrolled in a biotechnology program at a prominent Gurugram college [1]. Her age, educational background, and place of study were confirmed by the police spokesperson [1]. Family members had been discussing a potential wedding in September, unaware of the ongoing abuse [1].

Accused Shivam Described as Live‑In Partner Pretending Marriage Shivam, also 19, lives in Delhi’s Narela and met the victim through a social‑media platform [1]. The FIR alleges he maintained a physical relationship under the pretext of marriage and repeatedly thrash‑ed the girl [1]. He is accused of inflicting burn and stab injuries during the captivity [1].

Police Intervention and Medical Treatment Initiated After the rescue, authorities transferred the victim to the government hospital in Delhi’s Sector 10, where she remains in stable condition [1]. Medical staff are treating her for injuries sustained during the assault [1]. The police have placed the case under “Identified Crime” status to ensure heightened protection and monitoring [1].

Case Classified as Identified Crime with Rape Charges Filed The FIR lists multiple legal sections, including rape, with the maximum punishment sought [1]. Gurugram Police spokesperson Sandeep Kumar emphasized swift trial and witness protection measures [1]. The investigation continues under the identified‑crime framework to prevent any interference [1].

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Timeline

Dec 25, 2025 – Three suspects, including IT‑firm CEO Jitesh Sisodia, are arrested in Udaipur for a gang‑rape that allegedly followed a birthday party, the victim reports loss of consciousness and sexual assault; they are produced before a court, remanded for four days, and the case is assigned to Additional Superintendent of Police Madhuri Verma for investigation [7].

Dec 27, 2025 – Two university staff members, clerk Durga Shankar Singerha and peon Mukesh Sen, are arrested for raping a 22‑year‑old job‑seeker on the Jawaharlal Nehru Agricultural University campus after luring her with false vacancy promises; they are taken into judicial custody within hours of the complaint and face charges of sexual assault and intimidation [6].

Jan 5, 2026 – A video surfaces showing a woman being disrobed during an arrest in Hubballi’s Keshwapur area, sparking statewide outrage and prompting residents to demand accountability for police conduct [5].

Jan 7, 2026 – Karnataka Police Commissioner N. Shashikumar states that the woman “removed her own clothes” after attacking constables, files three assault cases against her and places her in judicial custody, while BJP MLA Mahesh Tenginakai calls for suspension of the officers involved, intensifying political pressure [5].

Jan 8, 2026 – In Sachendi, Kanpur, a 14‑year‑old girl is abducted, gang‑raped for two hours, and left unconscious; YouTuber Shivbaran Yadav is arrested, Sub‑Inspector Amit Kumar Maurya is named in the FIR and declared absconding, and four police teams are deployed to apprehend him, with senior officials promising a transparent probe [4].

Jan 9, 2026 – Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara announces that the Criminal Investigation Department will take over the Hubballi disrobing case after Chief Minister Siddaramaiah’s approval, pledging that the CID will submit its findings to the state government for decisive action [3].

Jan 10, 2026 – Chennai police arrest 25‑year‑old Rajesh after a woman reports he brushed past her outside a cinema on Anna Salai, followed her inside, and harassed her; the victim’s uncle confronts the suspect, who allegedly threatens them before fleeing, leading to Rajesh’s detention based on the woman’s complaint [2].

Feb 19, 2026 – Gurugram police rescue a 19‑year‑old biotechnology student from Tripura after she calls her mother warning that her live‑in partner Shivam will kill her; the victim is taken to Sector 10 government hospital in stable condition, rape charges are filed, and the case is classified as an “Identified Crime” to ensure witness protection and swift trial, with spokesperson Sandeep Kumar stating “we will ensure a swift trial” [1].

Future 2026 – The CID investigation into the Hubballi disrobing incident is slated to produce a government‑facing report, after which Karnataka authorities will decide on accountability and possible disciplinary action against police personnel [3].

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