‘Raped in front of boyfriend’: Seven men assault woman near Silchar, extort ₹10,000

In a harrowing incident near Silchar, a woman was reportedly assaulted by seven men in front of her boyfriend while they were parked in their car on Bypass Road. According to family members of the survivor, the attack occurred when the group of men in an SUV confronted the couple. Following the assault, the men extorted ₹10,000 from the victims. This shocking event has raised serious concerns about women's safety in the region and the growing prevalence of such violent crimes. Local authorities are currently investigating the matter, with calls for stronger measures to protect citizens from such brutal acts. The incident underscores the urgent need for improved law enforcement and community awareness to address and prevent gender-based violence in India, particularly in vulnerable areas. As the investigation unfolds, community members and activists are demanding justice for the victim and accountability for the perpetrators, urging authorities to take decisive action to ensure the safety of women in public spaces.