In a disturbing case from Lucknow, a NEET aspirant from Varanasi has accused a cab driver, Aditya Yadav, of drugging her during a series of encounters and raping her. The incident allegedly occurred in July 2023 when the victim was preparing for her NEET exams at a coaching institute. Initially, their interactions developed into a friendship, with the accused reassuring her of his love, which led to a grave breach of trust.

As per the victim's testimony, after drugging her by mixing a substance in her tea at her rented room, Yadav assaulted her while she was incapacitated. Following the incident, when the victim protested, the accused assured her of marriage, which further complicated the situation. The case took another turn when the victim discovered she was pregnant, at which point Yadav allegedly offered to marry her but then evaded commitment, culminating in a distressing abandonment after she gave birth.

Now, the victim finds herself in a harrowing struggle for justice as she navigates a system that often turns a blind eye to such grievous offenses. Her case highlights the dual responsibilities of society to protect its vulnerable members from exploitation and to ensure accountability for those who commit such heinous acts. This incident raises important questions about safety and trust in interpersonal relationships, particularly for young women pursuing their education in urban settings.