An American woman, Lalita Kayi, 50, was rescued after being found chained to a tree in a dense forest in the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra in India. She had been left there by her husband 40 days prior. The woman was emaciated and weak when she was found by a shepherd who heard her cries for help.
Kayi was immediately taken to Goa Medical College for treatment, but due to her weakened state, she had to write a note to communicate with the medical staff. In the note, she explained that she had been injected with medication for extreme psychosis, which caused severe locked jaw and made it impossible for her to drink water. She also revealed that she had been without food for the entire 40 days.
The woman’s husband had tied her to a tree in the forest and threatened that she would die there. She described herself as a crime victim. Authorities suspect that she suffers from mental health issues, as she was found with medication on her person.
The police have launched an investigation into possible attempted murder by her husband, who remains unidentified. They are verifying the woman’s claims and the information provided in her note. It is still unclear which part of the U.S. Kayi is originally from, but she was found with an American passport and an expired visa, suggesting she had been living in India for 10 years.
Kayi, who is still too weak to provide an official statement, was severely dehydrated and mute when she was found. Police had to cut down the tree she was tied to and break the lock on the chain. They are working to determine how long she had been in that condition. It is worth noting that the area where she was located had recently experienced heavy rainfall.
This shocking incident highlights the importance of mental health awareness and the need for support and care for individuals suffering from mental health issues. The woman’s rescue serves as a reminder that we should be vigilant and attentive to those around us who may be struggling. Let us stay connected and offer our support to ensure the well-being of everyone in our community.
