2012 Delhi gang rape

The 2012 Delhi gang rape was a brutal sexual assault that occurred on the night of December 16, 2012, in Delhi, India. A 23-year-old physiotherapy student, Jyoti Singh Pandey, was gang-raped and severely beaten by a group of six men while traveling on a private bus. The incident sparked widespread outrage and protests across India, highlighting issues of women's safety and sexual violence. Following the attack, Singh succumbed to her injuries on December 29, 2012, prompting national and international condemnation. The case led to significant changes in Indian law, including the establishment of more stringent penalties for sexual crimes. It also catalyzed a broader movement advocating for women's rights and improved safety measures in the country.