A court in Bhor taluka, Pune district, has framed charges against the accused in the Nasrapur child murder case within 28 days of the incident, marking a notably swift progression in the legal process.

The court also directed that the trial will be conducted on a daily basis in camera, considering the sensitivity of the case and the prima facie evidence presented by investigators.

The incident took place on May 1, when a young girl visiting her grandmother’s house for summer vacation was playing outside her home in Nasrapur village.According to the prosecution, the accused lured the child to a nearby cowshed under the pretext of showing her a calf.He is alleged to have committed sexual assault and then murdered her using a stone.The body was later found concealed under a pile of cow dung, triggering a police investigation after the child was reported missing in the afternoon.CCTV footage reportedly captured the accused leading the child towards the cowshed at around 3:30 p.m., which became a crucial piece of evidence.Villagers apprehended the accused soon after the incident and handed him over to the police.Investigators filed a chargesheet within 15 days, supported by forensic and medical examination reports along with CCTV evidence.During the court proceedings, the defence opposed the framing of charges, but the court proceeded after reviewing the material on record.Reports also indicate that the accused has prior involvement in two similar cases, though he was acquitted earlier due to insufficient evidence.When questioned by the judge, the accused allegedly downplayed the allegations, calling it a minor dispute, which caused a reaction in the courtroom.The case will now proceed to a daily in-camera trial.