A 70-year-old widow from Maharashtra was allegedly raped in a Pahalgam hotel, leading to the rejection of the accused’s bail plea by an Anantnag court. The traumatic incident, which surfaced recently, has left the victim in need of counseling as police intensify their investigation.
Pune,June,30 2025– In a distressing incident that has shaken the community, a 70-year-old woman from Maharashtra, visiting Pahalgam with her family, was allegedly sexually assaulted in her hotel room in April. The accused, Zubair Ahmad Bhat from Ganeshbal, Pahalgam, reportedly entered her room, committed the heinous act, and fled, leaving the elderly widow traumatized and physically injured. The case, which remained under wraps until the accused’s bail plea brought it to light, occurred just before the tragic Pahalgam massacre on April 22.
The Principal Sessions Court in Anantnag, presided over by Judge Tahir Khurshid Raina, rejected the bail application, citing the severity of the crime and its profound impact on the victim and society. The elderly woman, described as deeply distressed, is receiving counseling to cope with the trauma. Police have taken the accused into custody and are conducting a thorough investigation to ensure justice.
This heartbreaking case has sparked widespread concern, highlighting the vulnerability of tourists and the urgent need for enhanced safety measures in popular destinations like Pahalgam. The community awaits further action, hoping for healing and accountability.
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