Tragedy at a Wedding: 8-Year-Old Girl Raped in Pipiganj

An 8-year-old girl was allegedly raped during a wedding in Pipiganj. A 20-year-old man has been arrested after evidence from drone footage linked him to the crime. The victim was found critically injured and taken to a medical college for treatment. Authorities have confirmed the arrest.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Gorakhpur | Updated: 21-02-2026 21:47 IST | Created: 21-02-2026 21:47 IST
Tragedy at a Wedding: 8-Year-Old Girl Raped in Pipiganj
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An 8-year-old girl suffered a horrific ordeal after being allegedly raped during a wedding ceremony in Pipiganj. Police have apprehended a 20-year-old male suspect linked to the crime through event footage, which shows the girl leaving with him, according to officials.

The tragedy unfolded late Friday when the child, attending with her grandmother for the 'jaimala' ritual, went missing. Family members grew concerned and reviewed footage captured by a drone. They discovered the child leaving with a local man.

She was eventually found gravely injured 200 meters from the venue and was rushed to various medical facilities due to her critical injuries. Authorities have identified the accused as Ashok Nishad, confirming the arrest and filing charges under relevant sections of the law.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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