Bhubaneswar:Crime against women continues to be a serious concern in Odisha, with more than 40,000 cases reported in a span of just one and a half years, according to data presented in the State Assembly.

CM Majhi shares alarming figures

In a written reply to the House, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed that 40,947 cases related to crimes against women were registered between July 2024 and September 2025 across the state.

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Breakdown of crime categories

The detailed data highlights the scale and nature of offences reported during the 1.5-year period:

  • Rape: 3,205 cases
  • Attempt to rape: 202 cases
  • False allurement of marriage: 440 cases
  • Exploitation: 9,851 cases
  • Sexual assault: 1,476 cases
  • Misconduct in public: 2,310 cases
  • Abduction: 8,863 cases
  • Dowry torture: 5,861 cases
  • Exploitation and torture: 6,773 cases
  • Dowry deaths: 49 cases

Rising trend sparks concern

The numbers indicate that crimes such as exploitation, abduction, and dowry-related offences continue to contribute significantly to the rising trend. The data underscores the urgent need for stronger enforcement and preventive measures to ensure women’s safety across Odisha.