Boy's Recovery and the Quest for Justice in Vasai

A four-year-old boy from Vasai, Maharashtra, is recovering after being brutally attacked by an autorickshaw driver. The accused, Sandeep Pawar, remains in police custody. Calls for strict action have been made to ensure justice. The incident was captured on CCTV, showing the severity of the assault.

A four-year-old boy in Vasai, Maharashtra, is recovering from a brutal assault by an autorickshaw driver, police reported on Thursday. The child's condition has stabilized, offering a glimmer of relief to his family.

The driver, identified as Sandeep Pawar, was taken into custody and brought before a local court, which extended his police detention until April 4. The horrifying incident occurred on April 30 and was caught on CCTV, escalating public outrage.

Local MLA Sneha Dubey Pandit called for stringent action against Pawar, engaging Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis in the call for justice. Assurances were given that the accused will face harsh penalties.

(With inputs from agencies.)