Odisha: Woman gang-raped after being sprayed with an intoxicant

India Nov 01, 2025

A woman working at a showroom in Subarnapur district, Odisha, was allegedly attacked by three masked men while returning home from work.
The assailants reportedly sprayed an intoxicant on her face to make her unconscious, then dragged her to the roadside and gang-raped her.

Police are still searching for the 3rd suspect

After regaining consciousness, the woman filed a police complaint. Two suspects were detained the next morning; police are still searching for the third.
The woman is currently receiving comprehensive medical care and counseling support.
Authorities say they're collecting evidence to build a strong case, and this incident has sparked renewed concern about women's safety in the area.