India, July 13 -- A 40-year-old Russian woman and her two daughters were found living inside a cave in the Ramateertha hills in Karnataka's Gokarna town.

The woman, identified as Nina Kutina alias Mohi, was living in near-complete isolation for nearly two weeks. According to the police, she came to India on a business visa, which expired in 2017.

She, along with her daughter Preya (6) and Ama (4), made her way from Goa to the spiritual coastal town of Gokarna, known for its deep religious and meditative roots.

The family lived inside a natural cave nestled among dense forests and rugged terrain. Mohi had transformed the cave into a spiritual sanctuary, placing a Rudra idol. She also reportedly dedicated her days to performing puja and ...