Assam girl dies a month after assault by stalker killed in encounter
Mridumudra Deka, an 18-year-old from Assam, has died from injuries sustained during a stalking attack in May. The assailant, who killed another person during the same incident, was later killed in a police encounter.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding gender-based violence and public safety in regional India, sparking significant local protests.
More than a month after a stalker attacked her, Mridumudra Deka died due to her injuries at the Gauhati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH) on Friday (July 3, 2026) morning.
The article reports the facts of a criminal case and the subsequent police action without emotive language or political commentary.
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