Stepfather Arrested for Sexually Assaulting 5-Year-Old Stepdaughter

According to a recent incident in Akola, a man was arrested for sexually assaulting his 5-year-old stepdaughter on the night of September 26, 2025. The mother had left her son and daughter in the custody of her husband before attending a local garba event around 10:30 PM. During this time, the accused allegedly committed the gruesome act, leaving the young girl in excruciating pain.

Upon the mother's return, the distressed child shared her horrific ordeal. The mother immediately rushed the girl to the government hospital in Akola. Given the severity of her injuries, the child was admitted to the intensive care unit.

The Khadan police were promptly alerted about the heinous crime. The station house officer, Manoj Kedare, confirmed the arrest of the accused, and the process to register a formal case was underway.

The incident has caused an uproar in the Akola community. Citizens and social organizations have expressed deep anguish over the traumatic event, demanding justice for the survivor and the severest possible punishment, including the death penalty, for the accused.