In a deeply disturbing incident from Madhubani, Bihar, Maulvi (cleric) Qari Shahnawaz is accused of subjecting a 16-year-old minor girl to repeated sexual assaults over the course of more than a year. He reportedly manipulated her into swearing on the Quran, coupling this with the ominous warning that "Allah will not forgive you" should she ever reveal the abuse.

The assaults, described as heinous by those familiar with the details, involved the cleric forcing the minor girl to stay behind after classes. To ensure that her cries for help went unheard, Shahnawaz resorted to stuffing cloth into her mouth. Further instilling fear, he threatened her with a knife, effectively silencing her through the terror of potential violence.

This pattern of abuse continued unchallenged until a startling development: the young girl was found to be seven months pregnant. This revelation raised alarms among her family members, who had grown increasingly suspicious of her condition. It was then that the horrific reality came to the fore, exposing the grievous actions of the Maulvi.

According to media reports, the case pertains to the Khutauna police station area of the ​​Madhubani district where the accused, who is the head of a madrasa, was in charge of teaching the Quran, but instead chose to abuse a minor student in his class. Nobody was aware when his focus turned towards the 14 to 15-year-old girl and he made her an object of his malicious desire and lust while teaching religious verses. He used to stop her as other pupils left his class and raped her.

In her complaint, the mother of the underage girl stated that "he scared the latter with the Quran and claimed that Allah would punish her if she informed anyone about his heinous act." The Maulvi not only used religious texts to instill fear in the young girl but also employed physical intimidation by threatening her with a knife. This alarming blend of psychological and physical threats kept the girl in a state of constant fear and compliance.

As time passed, family members started noticing visible changes in their daughter’s physique, which eventually led to a probing inquiry. This inquiry uncovered the shocking truth that had been hidden beneath layers of fear and manipulation. Further deepening the gravity of the situation, the complainant disclosed that the Maulvi had specifically asked the girl’s father to send her to him for more focused studies, citing her academic prowess. This request was, in fact, a calculated approach to isolate her and facilitate the ongoing abuse.

This case highlights a tragic exploitation of authority, where the Maulvi's position as a religious teacher was used to perpetrate severe abuses under the guise of education and religious instruction. The community and the legal system are now tasked with addressing this betrayal and ensuring justice for the victim.

Nitish Kumar, the officer in charge of the Khutauna police station, has confirmed that a First Information Report (FIR) has been registered in response to the distressing allegations against the madrasa head. The authorities are currently conducting extensive raids to locate and apprehend the accused, reflecting the urgency and seriousness with which this case is being treated.

This case has sparked considerable outrage within the local community, leading to vehement demands for severe action against the cleric responsible for these heinous acts. The intensity of the community's reaction is evident in their decisive actions; they have gone so far as to lock down the madrasa, symbolizing their collective condemnation and the breakdown of trust between the religious institution and its patrons.

The situation has clearly touched a nerve among the residents, who are deeply troubled not only by the nature of the offenses but also by the betrayal of a figure meant to be a guardian of moral and religious education. The community's forceful response underscores their demand for swift justice and an assurance that such abuses will not be tolerated.