Pregnant Teen's Tragic Murder Sparks Outrage in Assam

On November 11, 2025, a tragic incident unfolded in Assam's Jorhat district, where a 63-year-old man was arrested for the murder of a pregnant 18-year-old student. The victim's body was recovered from a septic tank in the early hours of the same day, four days after her family had reported her missing.

The investigation revealed that the victim, who had turned 18 just two months earlier, was around seven months pregnant at the time of her death. The accused, identified as Jagat Singha, confessed to killing the young woman. Authorities also arrested a local pharmacist for allegedly being aware of the victim's pregnancy and failing to alert the authorities, which is an offense punishable under the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act.

Furthermore, Singha's two sons, Jibon and Kishan, aged 40 and 31 respectively, have been arrested for allegedly assisting in the crime. The police are also investigating allegations that Singha claimed to be a faith healer, and that the victim may have come into contact with him due to this.

The tragic incident has sparked outrage among the local residents, who have protested, alleging negligence and callousness in the investigation by the Officer-in-Charge of the local police station. The officer has been placed in "reserve closed," meaning he will be away from active duty, and the Assam Police headquarters has initiated a departmental inquiry.