Pune Rural Police charge 65-year-old with toddler rape and murder
NewsBytes | May 17, 2026 2:39 AM CST
Maharashtra CM seeks death penalty
The trial is set for a fast-track court under the National Mission for Safety of Women, and Maharashtra's chief minister has said they'll push for the death penalty.
The victim's mother reported the crime right away under strict child protection laws, leading to the suspect's arrest soon after the body was found.
Police say they're committed to ensuring justice is served swiftly.
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