Bhopal: A toddler died after being subjected to witchcraft to cure pneumonia. The incident took place in Shahdol, a tribal region in Madhya Pradesh.
According to reports, the baby’s parents sought the help of a sorcerer to get rid of the pneumonia-stricken baby.
The baby was then taken to Shahdol Medical College in Madhya Pradesh in critical condition. Meanwhile, the hospital authorities said that apart from pneumonia, severe burns caused the baby’s death.
The hospital authorities added that the baby’s stomach was stabbed 51 times with a metal rod.
15 days ago, the child was subjected to cruel witchcraft. The incident came to light when the women and child welfare officials arrived at the hospital. The Collector said that an investigation has been initiated into the incident and a case will be registered against the woman who practiced witchcraft. The body of the cremated baby will be exhumed and a post-mortem will be conducted today.
