Nasrapur Child Rape And Murder Case: Pune Court Sentences Death Penalty To 65 Year Old Man
Pune, June 29, 2026: A Special Court in Pune on Monday sentenced 65-year-old Bhimrao Kamble to death for the rape and brutal murder of a three-and-a-half-year-old girl in Nasrapur, bringing one of Maharashtra’s fastest-tracked murder trials to a close within two months of the crime.
Special Judge S.R. Salunkhe pronounced the sentence after convicting Kamble on June 25. The crime, committed on May 1 in Bhor taluka of Pune district, had sparked widespread outrage across the state and prompted demands for swift justice.
Court Terms Crime ‘Rarest of Rare’
While delivering the judgment, the court held that the case fell within the “rarest of rare” category, warranting the death penalty. The judge observed that the prosecution had successfully established every link in the chain of circumstantial and scientific evidence, leaving no reasonable doubt about the accused’s guilt.
The court noted that the victim, a helpless three-and-a-half-year-old child, was subjected to extreme brutality before being murdered. It observed that the nature of the crime, the cruelty involved and its profound impact on society justified the maximum punishment under law.
The judge further remarked that the convict’s age alone could not be considered a mitigating factor, particularly in view of his criminal background and the gravity of the offence.
Prosecution Sought Capital Punishment
Special Public Prosecutor Ajay Misar urged the court to impose the death sentence, arguing that the offence met the legal standards laid down by the Supreme Court for awarding capital punishment. During the proceedings, the prosecution relied on multiple Supreme Court judgments dealing with similar cases involving rape and murder.
The prosecution maintained that the brutality of the crime, the vulnerability of the victim and the lasting impact on society warranted the highest punishment prescribed under law.
Investigation Completed in Record Time
The investigation was completed within 15 days of the incident, following which Pune Rural Police filed a chargesheet running to nearly 1,200 pages before the Special Court. During the trial, the prosecution examined 55 witnesses and presented forensic, cyber and CCTV evidence to support its case.
The court commended the investigation conducted by Pune Rural Police, as well as the efforts of forensic experts, medical professionals, cyber specialists and the prosecution team for ensuring the case was presented efficiently.
One of Maharashtra’s Fastest Criminal Trials
The trial was completed within approximately two months of the crime, making it one of the fastest concluded rape and murder cases in Maharashtra. The court observed that while such speedy disposal may not be possible in every case, prompt investigation, effective prosecution and coordinated efforts by all agencies helped ensure timely justice in this matter.
The judgment follows widespread public protests that erupted after the crime, with citizens demanding strict punishment for the accused. The case also highlighted the importance of coordinated investigation, scientific evidence and fast-track judicial proceedings in cases involving crimes against children.
