Family Alleges Malayali MBBS Student Faced Brutal Assault and Pressure to Convert Before Death

Alappuzha: The family of Savariya Basanth, the Malayali MBBS student who died following an alleged assault in Uzbekistan, has claimed that she endured severe physical abuse before her death and had been repeatedly pressured by the accused to convert her religion. According to family members, the injuries on her body indicate that she was subjected to prolonged violence and not a single blow as initially believed. They further alleged that fellow students informed them the accused had repeatedly asked Savariya to convert her religion, but she had refused. The family stated that the exact circumstances leading to the fatal incident remain unclear. Police in Uzbekistan are continuing their investigation into the case, and the allegations made by the family remain subject to the outcome of the official investigation.

Action to Be Taken

Authorities should conduct a thorough, impartial, and transparent investigation into the incident, including all allegations raised by the victim’s family. Educational institutions hosting international students should ensure accessible reporting mechanisms, timely intervention in cases of harassment, and appropriate support services to safeguard student welfare.

📰 Source: Manorama Online (English)