2009 Shopian rape and murder case

The 2009 Shopian rape and murder case refers to the brutal sexual assault and subsequent murder of two young women, Neelofar Jan and her sister-in-law, Asiya Jan, in Shopian, Jammu and Kashmir, India, in May 2009. Their bodies were discovered on May 30, 2009, and the incident ignited widespread protests across the region, highlighting issues of women's safety and police accountability. Allegations of a cover-up by local authorities fueled public outrage, leading to demands for justice and an independent investigation. The case also raised concerns regarding the impact of the Armed Forces Special Powers Act in Kashmir. Despite various investigations, controversy and dissatisfaction with the legal proceedings persisted, reflecting ongoing tensions in the region.