Woman critical after brutal Diwali night assault in Guwahati

Guwahati: A woman is fighting for her life following a vicious assault on Raghunath Path in Guwahati’s Dhirenpara area. The attack occurred on the night of Sunday, November 8, during Diwali celebrations. Reshmi Dutta, the victim, suffered such severe injuries that she collapsed and lost consciousness at the scene. Paramedics rushed her to a nearby hospital where she remains in critical condition.

Police have identified the suspect as Biswajit Das, also known as Kalu. Das, a tempo driver who rented a room from Supriya Karmakar, fled his home immediately after the incident. He remains at large. Local residents have long complained about Das, claiming he caused frequent trouble in the neighbourhood before this attack. One resident stated that the assault has "heightened insecurity among residents" who are now demanding swift police action and his immediate arrest.

Authorities have not yet established a motive for the violence. Investigators continue to track the suspect, but his current whereabouts remain unknown.