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Hyderabad: Rape survivor excels academically despite trauma
A young woman in Hyderabad overcame the trauma of being raped by her 76-year-old neighbor, who she called 'Thatha,' and excelled in her studies. Despite the abuse, she achieved high scores in her exams and is now pursuing an engineering degree. The incident occurred in 2021, when the elderly man, a retired Merchant Navy officer, raped her multiple times. The girl's parents discovered she was pregnant and, after learning the truth, reported the crime. The court ultimately sentenced the neighbor to life imprisonment and the girl's relative to 20 years in prison. The victim's resilience and academic success serve as an inspiration for others facing similar challenges.01:53 PM Jan 14, 2025 IST