Palghar Tragedy Shocks Maharashtra: Child Killed Over Food Dispute
Palghar, Maharashtra | September 2025 —
In a deeply disturbing incident, a 7-year-old boy was allegedly beaten to death by his mother using a rolling pin, following a dispute over food. The tragedy unfolded in a modest household in Palghar district, sending shockwaves across Maharashtra.
Local police have arrested the mother, who reportedly confessed during preliminary interrogation. Neighbors described the family as economically strained, with prior signs of domestic stress. The child’s postmortem confirmed blunt force trauma as the cause of death.
“This is not just a crime—it’s a cry for help from a broken system,” said a child welfare activist. “We need urgent intervention in mental health and family support.”
The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has called for a fast-track investigation and psychological evaluation of the accused. NGOs are urging better access to counseling and crisis helplines in rural areas.
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