Woman held in Hubballi for branding son's limbs for being 'naughty'
Hubballi (PTI): A woman has been detained here for allegedly burning her son’s hands, legs, and neck using a hot iron rod as punishment for being "naughty", police said on Tuesday.
Anusha Hulimara has been detained by the police and an investigation has been initiated.
The incident occurred in Tippu Nagar, fourth Cross, in Old Hubballi town on Monday, they said.
According to police sources, the accused reportedly became furious with her child’s behaviour and resorted to the brutal punishment.
Hulimara allegedly inflicted severe burn injuries on the child’s limbs and neck using a hot metal rod.
The child's cries drew the attention of nearby residents, who intervened to rescue the boy.
Shocked by the inhumane act, the locals immediately informed the police.
Old Town Hubballi police arrived at the scene, detained the woman and initiated further investigation.
The Child Welfare Department officials have been asked to intervene and provide necessary support and care to the victim.
In a disturbing video, the child is seen showing severe scald marks on his foot, hands and face and telling people that his mother branded him.
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UP: Govt hospital staff booked for sexually assaulting woman in pretext of ultrasound test
Gorakhpur (PTI): A hospital employee was booked for allegedly sexually assaulting a woman in the pretext of an ultrasound test here in the district women's hospital, police said on Saturday.
According to the complaint, the woman, a resident of the Gulriha area, visited the district women's hospital on Thursday morning for an ultrasound test.
She was directed to a room, where Abhimanyu Gupta was conducting ultrasounds. When her turn came, the accused allegedly stared at her and told her to remove all her clothes, claiming it was necessary for the test and that a massage would also be required, she said.
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The woman alleged that once she complied, the accused began making obscene advances and tried to force himself on her. When she screamed, he allegedly gagged her, abused her and threatened to kill her before pushing her out of the room.
She said her complaints within the hospital went unheard, forcing her to approach the police.
Taking cognisance of the complaint, the hospital administration constituted a three-member inquiry committee, officials said.
Senior consultant (paediatrics) Dr Jay Kumar said, "The woman has levelled serious allegations against a staff member. Senior officials have been informed, and a departmental inquiry is underway. Strict action will be taken if the charges are proved."
Kotwali Station House Officer Chatrapal Singh said a case has been registered, and efforts are on to nab the accused.
