10-Year-old Bharuch Nirbhaya succumbs to injuries; body sent to Jharkhand amid protests

In a heart-wrenching incident that has sent shockwaves across the nation, a 10-year-old girl, Bharuch's Nirbhaya, passed away during treatment at Sayaji Hospital in Vadodara.

The young victim had been brutally assaulted on December 16, allegedly, leading to severe injuries.

Despite the relentless efforts of a 10-member team of doctors at Vadodara's Sayaji Hospital, the girl succumbed to her injuries on Monday evening.

Following her demise, widespread protests erupted, demanding justice for the victim and her family. Under heavy security, her post-mortem was conducted late at night, after which her body was transported to her native village in Jharkhand.

The horrific crime has sparked outrage among citizens and activists. Women from various organizations gathered at the Baba Saheb Ambedkar statue near Bharuch railway station to pay tribute.

Holding a candlelight vigil, they observed a two-minute silence to honor the young girl.

Mumtaz Patel, a Congress leader, criticized the Gujarat government's handling of the case. She expressed concerns over the administration's "silence" and questioned the lack of proactive measures for the victim's security and medical treatment. Patel also called for swift justice and stringent punishment for the accused.

This tragic incident has once again highlighted the urgent need for stronger measures to protect children and ensure that such heinous crimes are met with the harshest consequences.

As the nation mourns the loss of Bharuch's Nirbhaya, the demand for justice grows louder.