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Silent protest in Pune over murder of Nasrapur minor
A silent protest took place in Pune on May 10, 2026, in response to the Nasrapur incident where a three-and-a-half-year-old girl was murdered. The march, from Jangli Maharaj Road to Savarkar Bhavan in the Deccan area, ran from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm with participants displaying banners and black armbands as a sign of mourning and demand for justice.
Why It Matters
The protest highlights public demand for swift justice and stronger protections for children, reflecting broader concerns about crimes against minors and accountability for perpetrators.
Timeline
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May 10, 2026: Silent protest march in Pune
May 10, 2026
A large number of residents gathered for a silent protest march in Pune, from Jangli Maharaj Road to Savarkar Bhavan in the Deccan area, to demand justice for the child and the strictest punishment for the accused. The march ran from about 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm, with Bal Gandharva Chowk becoming a space for grief and solidarity. Participants carried banners such as 'Justice for the child' and 'Hang the accused', wore black armbands, and used mobile flashlights as a remembrance. The procession featured women at the front, with police managing traffic, volunteers providing water, and a briefing from the victim’s father who urged speedy justice and vigilant safety for children.
May 1, 2026: Nasrapur incident
May 1, 2026
A three-and-a-half-year-old girl was sexually assaulted and murdered at Nasrapur, in Bhor taluka, on May 1, 2026. The incident prompted public concern and calls for justice.