The Maharashtra State Commission for Protection of Child Rights on May 4, 2026, directed the state government to appoint a special public prosecutor and transfer the Nasrapur rape and murder case to a fast-track court. The case involves the alleged rape and murder of a four-year-old girl in Pune's Bhor taluka on May 1, 2026.

Authorities confirmed the child was found dead under suspicious circumstances, prompting local outrage. A protest erupted on the Pune-Bengaluru highway, lasting through the night, which led to a police baton charge and a region-wide bandh call.

The commission emphasized the need for expedited legal proceedings to ensure justice, citing the victim's age and the gravity of the charges. State officials have acknowledged the recommendation and are reviewing options for case reassignment and prosecution.