India, Feb. 17 -- The Bombay High Court has granted bail to Kamal Ananda Mahapure, a 61-year-old woman priest accused of participating in the gruesome human sacrifice of a 17-year-old girl in Satara district, Maharashtra. The case, dating back to January 22, 2019, involved the ritualistic killing of Bhagyashri, allegedly orchestrated by her own father, who sought divine blessings and hidden wealth.

Initially, the father filed a missing person report, but investigations later revealed that he had masterminded the murder. According to the prosecution, Mahapure played a key role in the black magic ritual, feeding the victim a sacred offering (Bhandara), holding her legs, and chanting mantras as the main accused slit her throat. She was arre...