Woman alleges rape by 143 men in Hyderabad

Hyderabad: A 25-year-old woman on Thursday approached the Punjagutta police on Thursday alleging she was harassed, cheated and sexually exploited by 143 men, prompting the police to book a case against all of them.

The woman, a job aspirant from Somajiguda, was married in 2009 but got divorced the next year. She alleged that since the third month of her marriage, her husband’s cousins and relatives were harassing and assaulting her.

In her complaint, the victim alleged that 143 persons, many of whom she named, threatened, abused and sexually



exploited her multiple times.

“The victim alleged they abused her in the name of caste and also filmed her while sexually assaulting her. They threatened to kill her and upload her pictures and videos on social media,” the Punjagutta police said, adding that a case was booked against the 143 persons.

“We have booked a case and are verifying the complaint. Based on further investigation, action will be taken,” police said, adding that the victim was sent to the Bharosa Centre for counselling.