Anugola Court Sentences Four to 20 Years in Gang Rape Case
A Fast‑Track Special Court in Anugola, Odisha, has sentenced four men to 20 years of rigorous imprisonment for the gang rape of a 21‑year‑old woman and a minor girl.
The convicts — Jitu Sahu, Hrudaya Chandra Pradhan, Asit Kumar Sahu, and Deepu alias Dibyaranjan Amanta — were found guilty under Section 6 of the POCSO Act and provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
The incident occurred on August 6, 2024, when the victims were allegedly forced to consume alcohol before being assaulted.
Following swift police action, the accused were arrested, and a chargesheet was filed within 59 days.
The investigation, led by Sub‑Inspector Sanghamitra Satpathy under the supervision of SP Rahul Jain, relied on scientific evidence, witness testimonies, and corroborative material.
The court accepted the prosecution’s case and imposed fines along with the prison term.
Odisha Police reiterated its zero‑tolerance stance on crimes against women and minors, emphasising victim‑centric, evidence‑based investigations and speedy trials to ensure justice.
