India anger over 10-year-old rape victim's death after alleged treatment delay
Published: 6/3/2025

The tragic death of a 10-year-old rape victim in Bihar, India, due to an alleged delay in medical treatment has caused widespread outrage. The girl was reportedly kept waiting in an ambulance for four hours before being admitted to Patna Medical College and Hospital. Authorities deny any delay, but the incident has sparked criticism of the Bihar government for mismanagement. The victim, from the marginalized Dalit community, was raped on May 26 and succumbed to her injuries despite efforts to save her.