A shocking incident has emerged from Maharashtra’s Melghat region, where a 10-day-old girl was allegedly branded with a hot sickle in a superstitious practice believed to cure her ailment. The infant, reportedly suffering from a stomach-related issue, was subjected to the branding by a local woman acting as a faith healer. Following the incident, the child was admitted to a hospital in Amravati for treatment. Authorities acted swiftly, arresting one person involved. The incident has sparked outrage and renewed concerns over deeply rooted superstitions and harmful traditional practices in tribal areas.