2012 Delhi gang rape and murder

The 2012 Delhi gang rape and murder case refers to the brutal sexual assault and subsequent death of a 23-year-old female physiotherapy student in New Delhi, India, on December 16, 2012. The victim, later referred to as Nirbhaya, was attacked by six individuals on a moving bus, with the incident igniting widespread outrage and protests across the nation. Following the assault, she succumbed to her injuries on December 29, 2012, in a hospital in Singapore. The case highlighted severe issues concerning women's safety and violence against women in India. It led to significant legal and societal changes, including amendments to laws regarding sexual offenses, and has since become a catalyst for ongoing discussions about gender equality and societal reform in the country.