A harrowing tale unfolds as a Hindu woman, who had been abducted and forcibly converted to Islam for marriage, finally found the opportunity to seek help from the Bareilly police after enduring 11 years of captivity. This ordeal began when she was coerced into a marriage through a conversion-nikah ceremony with a Muslim man, marking the start of a prolonged period of suffering. Now, as a mother of two, she has bravely come forward to share her story and seek assistance, revealing the deep-seated issues surrounding forced conversions and inter-religious marriages.

The specifics of her plight involve grave accusations against Sadiq and his family, who are alleged to have abducted the girl when she was just a minor, only 14-years-old. They forcibly converted her to Islam, subjected her to repeated gangrape by all the male members of the family, and held her in confinement for over a decade. This case, emerging from Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, sheds light on the severe abuses and violations of human rights that she faced within the confines of what was supposed to be her family home.

Hindu society is facing an existential crisis in the form of grooming, rape, and forced conversion of Hindu girls by Islamists. We are getting several such news reports on a daily basis, and knowing our weak law enforcement capability, the number of such crimes that go unreported is bound to be much higher.

Beyond this individual case lies a broader, deeply troubling trend affecting Hindu society, characterized by the grooming, love jihad, rape, sexual exploitation, and forced conversion of Hindu girls at the hands of Islamists. This crisis is further compounded by the inadequacies of law enforcement agencies, leading to a situation where the reported incidents are just the tip of the iceberg. The prevalence of such cases, many of which go unreported, points to an urgent need for societal and legal reforms to address and prevent these violations of rights and freedoms.

This narrative not only emphasizes the personal tragedy of the Hindu woman involved but also highlights the systemic issues that allow such atrocities to continue. It underscores the imperative for stronger legal frameworks, better protection mechanisms, and societal support to safeguard individuals from coercion, abuse, and violation of their fundamental rights.

In a deeply disturbing incident from Bareilly, Uttar Pradesh, revealed to the public from events dating back to January 2023, the story of a 14-year-old minor Hindu girl from the Scheduled Caste (SC) Nat community has emerged, presenting a scenario that is bound to stir profound concern and empathy. This young girl's life took a harrowing turn when she was abducted and subjected to a series of grave injustices that lasted for over a decade.For 11 long years, she was not only abducted but also faced repeated gangrape at the hands of a Muslim man and his family. But the torment did not end there. She was forcibly converted to Islam, married against her will, and continued to be raped while being kept in illegal confinement. 

While going through this ordeal and unimaginable hardships, she also gave birth to two children in this period, before finally managing to escape at age 25. Along with the aid of a female relative, she finally went to police to lodge a complaint and seek justice for the wrongs she had endured..

Upon reaching out to the authorities, she lodged a formal complaint detailing the circumstances of her captivity and abuse. In her complaint, she identified the main accused as Sadiq Hussain, who resides in Masitganj Gautia, within the jurisdiction of the Cantt police station in Bareilly. She recounted how Sadiq Hussain would frequently visit her village located in the Bisauli Kotwali area of Budaun district. It was during these visits that he groomed her and eventually lured her away at the age of 14.

Following her abduction, she was forcibly held at the home of Sadiq and his family members, where her freedoms were completely stripped away. The complaint further revealed the extent of her suffering, disclosing that Sadiq and three other male members of his family subjected her to repeated gangrape. Any attempts she made to escape from this nightmare were met with severe punishment. She described how she was caught trying to flee and subsequently subjected to brutal beatings and rapes as a result.

Later, Sadiq forced the minor 14-year-old Hindu girl into converting to Islam and marrying him, her abductor. During this time of enforced confinement, she became a mother to two children, a son now aged 9 and a daughter aged 7. Despite the seemingly insurmountable obstacles, she sought freedom again but was caught, leading to even more brutal torture than before. The threats against her life were chilling, with Sadiq frequently threatening to harm her severely, "I will chop you into pieces if you ever try to run away."

Her resilience, however, never waned. By the end of December, seizing an opportune moment, she made a successful escape to her maternal aunt's home in Bareilly. It was here, after spending some days in hiding and gathering her strength, that she decided to take the bold step of reporting her ordeal to the police.

Upon reaching out to the authorities, her journey towards seeking justice encountered further challenges. Initially, the response from the UP Police was not as immediate or supportive as one might hope. There was an attempt to 'settle' the matter outside the legal framework, followed by a period during which she faced bureaucratic hurdles, being made to run around before her FIR (First Information Report) was officially registered. Despite these initial setbacks, action against the accused was finally initiated, marking the beginning of her pursuit of justice against the grave injustices she had endured.

Initially, she approached the Subhash Nagar police station. At this location, the police made an attempt to contact Hussain, urging both parties to settle the matter. However, no resolution was reached, and on the following day, 4th January, the woman went to the Bisauli police station to further her quest for justice. This time, she faced another hurdle as she hadn't brought a written complaint with her, resulting in the police asking her to return another day. Persistence led to progress on 5th January, when a case was finally registered at the Cantt police station. The authorities took swift action thereafter, arresting Hussain on 6th January in the vicinity of his residence.

The Bareilly Police took formal steps against the accused, Sadiq Hussain, along with five others, levying several charges including assualt, gangrape and violations of the Uttar Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act. This action was documented under FIR number 007/2023 at the Cantt police station in Bareilly, officially filed on 5th January.

To further clarify the situation, the Bareilly police issued a statement through their official Twitter account. In this communication, they shared that the victim had come forward with a complaint letter. In her letter, she detailed how Sadiq Hussain, from the Maseetganj Gautiya area, had drawn her into a relationship 11 years prior. She accused Hussain and his family of not only gangraping her but also forcibly converting her to Islam.

Following her forced conversion to Islam, the woman was subjected to a 'nikah' ceremony to solidify her marriage to her abductor. She recounted her harrowing experiences during captivity, where she was not only kept against her will but also regularly beaten and gangraped. The threat of murder loomed over her as an additional form of intimidation by her captors.

The legal action taken against the six accused individuals involves multiple charges under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and other relevant laws. They have been charged under IPC sections 363 (abduction), 366 (abducting a woman to compel her into marriage), 376 (rape), 344 (wrongful confinement), 323 (voluntarily causing hurt), and 506 (criminal intimidation), alongside sections 3/5(1) of the Uttar Pradesh Freedom of Religion Act and sections 3(2)(5) of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, also known as the SC-ST Act. Furthermore, there is a mention that the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act should also be applicable in this case since she was abducted and gangraped at the age of 14, which categorizes her as a minor under the law.

The Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Akhilesh Chourasiya provided insights into the case, stating that the woman's complaint outlined how an individual from Muslim religion enticed her into a relationship and subsequently converted her. She reported being held hostage for years, prompting an ongoing investigation and the registration of a case against the accused.

Dainik Jagran, a local newspaper, shed light on the beginnings of this tragic saga, reporting that Hussain frequently visited the woman's home 11 years ago, gradually luring her into a relationship. At the time, she was just a 14-years-old minor girl and can be described as immature, factors that played into her decision to elope with him and enter into marriage.

The woman's allegations extend beyond Hussain to include his family members, accusing them of also forcing physical relations upon her and all male members raping her frequently. According to her statements, three men, in addition to Hussain, raped her, highlighting the extent of the sexual, mental and physical abuse she endured during her years of captivity.

The young Hindu girl at the center of this distressing story belongs to the Nat community, which is classified under the Scheduled Castes. She hails from the Badaun district. In her interactions with the media, she detailed her life after eloping with Hussain. She described how, upon arriving at his house, she was confined to a room. Throughout her years of captivity, she became the mother of two children—a son, now 9, and a daughter, aged 7. Over time, Hussain's family grew complacent, believing she would never leave. However, any attempt she made to leave was met with harassment.

Hussain, the accused in this case, is reported to be a dancer by profession and operates a DJ system for parties and events. This detail about his professional life was brought to light as part of the broader narrative surrounding the case.

A report from Amar Ujala revealed a particularly heart-wrenching aspect of her story: following her elopement, her own family severed ties with her, leaving her to face her subsequent ordeal without their support or intervention.

The woman's escape from Hussain's house marked a turning point in her years-long ordeal. Just a few days before taking this brave step, she managed to flee to her maternal aunt's home in Bareilly. It was there that she disclosed the full extent of her suffering to her family members. Bolstered by their support, she then went to the Bisauli police station, leading to the eventual registration of her case at the Cantt police station.

Further details emerged about Hussain's background, specifically his business running a DJ system for parties and events. Additionally, it was reported that the woman's parents had passed away when she was young, which led her to live with her maternal uncle and aunt. Tragically, after her abduction and subsequent forced confinement by Hussain, her extended family ceased their search for her, leaving her to endure her circumstances alone until her escape.

The question arises, amidst this grave situation, about the number of Hindu girls currently enduring unimaginable horrors. The names Sonam Sharma, Nidhi Gupta, Ankita Singh, Rupali Chandanshive, Sonam Shukla, Nikita Tomar, Priya Chaudhary, Ekta Deswal, Priya Soni, Mahima Vitole, and Khushi Parihar represent just a few of the many who have suffered terribly. This prompts a critical reflection on the extent of the Islamist threat that has been fueled by radicalization through mosques and madrasas, questioning the allocation of government funds for paying maulvis' salaries. Moreover, there's a pressing concern regarding the accountability of law enforcement officials who, instead of providing support to the victims, attempt to negotiate 'settlements' with those accused of Islamist crimes.

The narrative also critiques the mainstream media's role in shaping public perception, highlighting a concerning bias. An example is given where an Islamist accused of molestation is portrayed as a victim merely for alleging mistreatment for not chanting 'Jai Sri Ram', with the media hastily broadcasting this claim without proper verification. In stark contrast, the brutal and systemic abuse of a major Hindu SC girl and others like her fails to receive the attention and outrage it deserves. This disparity in coverage is deemed a reflection of a deeper malaise among the Indian elite, suggesting a profound disconnect from the realities and responsibilities of their influential positions within society. The conclusion drawn is that nothing short of a revolutionary overhaul is required to address the failings of what is perceived as a hijacked and failing Republic.