Tribal Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegation in West Bengal

Tribal Woman Murdered Over Witchcraft Allegation in West Bengal

A 70-year-old tribal woman living in the Belia tribal settlement in Rampurhat, Birbhum district, West Bengal, was accused of practicing witchcraft. Following these allegations, she was murdered, prompting an investigation by local authorities.

In response to the incident, five individuals were arrested by the Birbhum district police. The case led to heightened security measures in the village as the investigation continued to uncover the circumstances surrounding the killing.

Actors

Churki Hembrom Shibalal Kisku Birbhum district police

Locations

Belia tribal settlement, Rampurhat, Birbhum district

Articles

March 15, 2026
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Tribal Woman Killed Over Witchcraft Allegation in West Bengal; Five Arrested
Tribal Woman Killed Over Witchcraft Allegation in West Bengal; Five Arrested

Vartha Bharati • 15 Mar 11:25

A 70-year-old tribal woman was killed in West Bengal's Birbhum district following accusations of witchcraft; five individuals have been arrested in connection with the incident.

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Elderly Woman Killed Over Witchcraft Allegations in West Bengal
Elderly Woman Killed Over Witchcraft Allegations in West Bengal

Devdiscourse • 15 Mar 11:15

A 70-year-old woman in West Bengal's Birbhum district was allegedly murdered following accusations of witchcraft, leading to the arrest of five individuals and heightened security measures in the village.

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