Pune court sentences Bhimrao Kamble to death for rape-murder of 3-year-old girl

A special court on Monday sentenced the convict, 65-year-old Bhimrao Kamble to death for kidnapping, raping and murdering a minor girl in Nasrapur village in Pune district

The incident took place on May 1 in Nasrapur village in Pune district. According to the investigation, Bhimrao Kamble lured the child by offering snacks and showing her a newborn calf.

Pune: In a judgement that has been described as a milestone in India's criminal justice system, the Special Fast-Track Court in Pune on Monday sentenced Bhimrao Kamble to death for the rape and murder of a three-and-a-half-year-old girl in Nasrapur.The verdict, delivered within 60 days of the heinous crime, has drawn widespread appreciation from legal experts, citizens, and the victim's family, who believe the decision has restored faith in the justice delivery system.Crime Sent Shockwaves Across State…The horrific crime had sent shockwaves across Maharashtra, with citizens demanding strict punishment and speedy justice for the innocent child. Pune Rural Police completed the investigation and filed a detailed chargesheet within 16 days, allowing the Special Court to conduct one of the fastest trials in a case involving the rape and murder of a minor.During the proceedings, the prosecution examined more than 55 witnesses, relying on forensic evidence, medical reports, and witness testimony to establish the accused's guilt beyond reasonable doubt. Four days before the sentencing, Special Judge SR Salunke had convicted Kamble under multiple provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and the Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act. The quantum of punishment was reserved and announced on Monday.Nasrapur Rape-Murder Case: Pune Sessions Court Awards Death Penalty To Accused Bhimrao Kamble Court Calls Crime 'Beyond Human Imagination'While awarding the death sentence, the court made strong observations on the brutality of the offence, terming it one of the "rarest of rare" cases deserving the severest punishment available under law.According to the judgement, the accused continued sexually assaulting the child even after she had died, reflecting an unimaginable level of depravity. The court noted that the victim had suffered 18 injuries, describing the assault as an act of extreme cruelty committed solely to satisfy the accused's lust.Advocate Ajay Misar, who served as special public prosecutor for the case, told the media, “This is a verified historic judgement by the court. Within 30 working days, the trial was completed, and a verdict of hanging till death was given to the culprit in three separate cases. The court has appreciated the efforts put in by the various dedicated departments. The court has declared it the rarest of the rare case, claiming the culprit, Bhimrao Kamble, committed the crime just for his lust.”CM Devendra Fadnavis Hails Nasrapur Conviction As Benchmark For Speedy Justice In Rape-Murder Case Victim’s Parents React…The victim's father, speaking to the media, said, “What we are expecting from the judicial system seems to be fulfilled. However, it will be completed when the culprit Kamble is hanged till death.”The victim's mother told the media, “The accused had got bail earlier in two similar cases. Now the decision will be considered as a lesson, and I hope such cases will be handled in the fast-track court, and getting bail in these cases will not be easy.”Speaking to The Free Press Journal, Saurabh Kulkarni, a resident of Parvati who was present outside the court with the poster demanding justice, said, “The safety of children and women is very important, especially for the minor girls. The government should take major steps, and quick action should be taken against such criminals.”Meera Gosavi, a senior citizen from Baner, said, "A quick decision by the court will be a lesson for the cruel mindset of people. People will think twice before committing such acts. Definitely, the decision is appreciable and considered the benchmark. The earliest verdicts by the court will bring fear among the rapists and other habitual offenders. The other pending cases should also run in a fast-track court."

The incident took place on May 1 in Nasrapur village in Pune district. According to the investigation, Bhimrao Kamble lured the child by offering snacks and showing her a newborn calf.

Mumbai: Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, on Monday, reacted to the Nasrapur rape case accused being sentenced to death, stating that the accused does not have the right to live and should be hanged to death after committing such a brutal crime. Shinde welcomes court verdictSpeaking to reporters, Shinde said, “The court has sentenced the accused to death, so I thank the court. I had already said that he has no right to live; he should only be hanged, and therefore I thank everyone.”#WATCH | Mumbai: On the case of rape and murder of a minor girl in Nasrapur, Maharashtra Deputy CM Eknath Shinde says, "The court has sentenced the accused to death, so I thank the court.... I had already said that it has no right to live, it should only be hanged, and therefore… pic.twitter.com/HCoBU2pkAH— ANI (@ANI) June 29, 2026 He further stated that Maharashtra Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis was closely monitoring the case and had provided the necessary support and assistance to the investigating team. “This is a landmark decision. No one will have the courage to commit such an incident again,” he said.Court awards death penaltyThe Nasrapur rape case is a brutal incident in which a three-year-old girl was sexually assaulted by the accused, Bhimrao Kamble. The incident had triggered widespread outrage across the region, with several people demanding justice for the minor victim.In a recent judgment, the Pune Sessions Court awarded the death penalty to Bhimrao Kamble. The verdict was delivered by Special Judge S. R. Salunkhe after hearing arguments from both sides.Nasrapur Rape-Murder Case: Pune Sessions Court Awards Death Penalty To Accused Bhimrao KambleThe judgment followed the court finding Kamble guilty of the crime and awarding capital punishment. The accused's lawyer had sought leniency and argued for life imprisonment, but the court rejected the plea and awarded the death sentence.Tight security at courtMeanwhile, the hearing took place amid tight security arrangements at the Pune Sessions Court, with a large police force deployed on the premises as the case attracted significant public attention. The victim’s family members were also present in the courtroom during the proceedings.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

The court had convicted the accused on June 25, within sixty days of the crime, which took place on May 1.