Pune, May 18, 2024 – In a harrowing incident that has left the community in shock, a man has been arrested in Pune for allegedly mutilating his wife’s genitals in a fit of rage over accusations of infidelity. The accused, 30-year-old Upendra Hudake, originally from Nepal, is currently in police custody following his wife’s formal complaint.
The violent act took place on May 11 in the Wakad area of Pimpri-Chinchwad, where the couple had recently relocated in search of employment opportunities. According to the police, the attack unfolded after Hudake returned home intoxicated. In a horrifying sequence of events, he assaulted his wife and then mutilated her genitals using iron nails and a lock, in a grotesque assertion of control.
The victim, who was staying with Hudake’s sister’s family, was discovered by a neighbor, Lalit Parihar, who heard her cries for help. Parihar immediately called for assistance, and the local community quickly responded, transporting the injured woman to a nearby hospital. There, she underwent emergency surgery to remove the foreign objects and treat her severe injuries. Hospital officials have confirmed that her condition is now stable.
Five days after the assault, the woman mustered the courage to report the crime to the Wakad Police Station. Investigating officer Balaji Mete provided details of the gruesome attack, revealing that Hudake had also used a kitchen knife to threaten his wife before physically and sexually assaulting her.
“Upon returning home intoxicated, Hudake accused his wife of infidelity and, in a fit of rage, carried out this horrific act. He used iron nails and a lock to mutilate her genitals, asserting his control in the most brutal way possible,” Officer Mete explained. The police are treating the case with utmost seriousness, given the severity of the violence involved.
Hudake was promptly arrested and has been placed in magisterial custody for two weeks as the investigation continues. This brutal case has not only shocked the local community but also drawn attention to broader issues of domestic violence and the vulnerabilities faced by migrant workers.
Local activists and organizations have condemned the attack, calling for stronger measures to protect women from domestic violence. “This incident highlights the urgent need for comprehensive support systems for victims of domestic violence, particularly among migrant communities who may lack access to resources and support networks,” said Anjali Sharma, a local women’s rights activist.
The case has sparked discussions on social media and in public forums about the plight of migrant workers and the often-hidden issue of domestic violence. Many are urging authorities to ensure justice for the victim and to implement more robust protections for women in similar vulnerable situations.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains hopeful that justice will be served and that this tragic incident will lead to greater awareness and preventive measures against domestic violence. The police have assured that they will pursue the case diligently to ensure that the perpetrator is held accountable for his actions.
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