Rahim Yar Khan – June 29, 2025: A horrifying case of alleged domestic and sexual violence has emerged from Rahim Yar Khan, where a 19-year-old newlywed woman is battling for her life in a coma after reportedly being subjected to brutal abuse by her husband just days after their wedding.
According to hospital authorities and police reports, the woman was brought to the Shaikh Zayed Hospital in critical condition, displaying severe internal injuries consistent with sexual and physical assault.
Case Details and Investigation
The woman’s family claims she was violently assaulted by her husband after being married for less than two weeks. Medical examinations confirmed:
- Multiple internal injuries
- Signs of torture and trauma
- She is currently on ventilator support in the ICU
Rahim Yar Khan police have arrested the husband and launched a criminal investigation under sections related to rape and domestic violence.
“We are taking this case very seriously. Justice will be served,” said a senior police official.
Wider Outrage and Calls for Justice
The case has sparked nationwide outrage across social media, with activists and human rights organizations demanding:
- Immediate and transparent investigation
- Speedy trial of the accused
- Strengthened enforcement of domestic violence and marital rape laws
The Punjab Women Protection Authority has also taken notice, and a legal support team has been assigned to assist the victim’s family.
Legal and Social Context
While Pakistan’s laws prohibit domestic abuse, marital rape remains a gray area in the legal framework, often ignored due to cultural stigma and legislative gaps.
Human rights defenders argue that this case once again highlights:
- The urgent need for comprehensive gender-based violence laws
- Public education on consent and women’s rights within marriage
- Better medical and legal protocols for GBV survivors
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