Raigarh Instagram Friendship Case: Woman Alleges Rape After Marriage Promise, Accused Arrested

A 19-year-old woman in Raigarh has accused a man of establishing a relationship with her through Instagram, allegedly promising marriage and later refusing to marry her. Police have arrested the accused and sent him to judicial custody.

Police in Raigarh have arrested a 24-year-old man after a woman accused him of sexually exploiting her on the promise of marriage. The woman alleged that the accused befriended her through Instagram, developed a relationship and later refused to marry her.The case has been registered at Pusaur police station. According to police, the accused has been identified as Anil Kumar Sao, a resident of Bunga village.

Friendship started on Instagram

Police said that the 19-year-old complainant approached Pusaur police and submitted a written complaint.In her complaint, the woman alleged that she received an Instagram friend request from Anil in 2025. After accepting it, the two started communicating regularly.She alleged that during their conversations, Anil expressed his love and assured her that he would marry her and keep her as his wife.

Woman alleges exploitation on marriage promise

According to the complaint, the accused allegedly called her near Patelpali College on October 15, 2025, and later took her to a hotel, where she alleged that he established a physical relationship against her wishes.The woman further alleged that the accused continued the relationship at different places until May 2026 by assuring her of marriage.She claimed that whenever she asked about marriage, he would allegedly argue with her and avoid the issue.

Allegation of taking ₹45,000

The woman also alleged that the accused took ₹45,000 from her in the name of marriage preparations.She claimed that later he refused to marry her and allegedly threatened her when she asked for the money back.Following this, she informed her family and approached the police.

Police action and investigation

Police registered a case under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) and began an investigation.The woman’s statement was recorded by a female police officer and her medical examination was conducted as part of the investigation process.Police later arrested the accused from his residence and produced him before the court. He has been sent to judicial custody.