Mohali, June 4 -- A 28-year-old woman in Zirakpur has accused a man from Srinagar of raping her under the false pretext of marriage. The accused, identified as Deva, a resident of Anantnagar, Srinagar, is currently absconding, with police launching a search operation to apprehend him.

A case has been registered under Section 69 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which criminalises sexual relationships established through deceitful promises of marriage. The complaint has been filed at Zirakpur police station.

The woman stated that she recently came into contact with the accused. Their acquaintance quickly developed into a close friendship after which Deva proposed marriage. He assured her of his intention to marry and even promised to...