Published Nov 15, 2026 | 7:35 PM ⚊ Updated Nov 15, 2026 | 7:35 PM
The girl is showing signs of recovery and has begun to take slow, steady steps with support.
The Class 10 girl who suffered serious injuries after being attacked with a chainsaw inside her school in Anantapur district’s Raptadu is showing signs of recovery and has begun to take slow, steady steps with support, Andhra Pradesh IT Minister Nara Lokesh said on Sunday, November 15.
In an update shared on X, the minister said the survivor’s vitals are completely stable, and that she is maintaining healthy oxygen saturation levels naturally on room air.
“Our brave little warrior has shown remarkable resilience following her recent procedures… She has also begun taking food orally well and is taking slow, steady steps with support – a wonderful milestone in her healing process,” he said.
The girl sustained multiple grievous injuries in the 31 October attack, including the complete severing of her right hand, deep cuts to her neck, face and ears, and fractures to her skull and ribs. She is undergoing treatment at Manipal Hospital, Bengaluru, under the supervision of a team of specialists, including plastic surgeons and orthopaedists.
In his X post, the minister said a dedicated team of doctors at the hospital is continuously monitoring the girl’s condition.
“While she is undergoing ongoing physiotherapy and rehabilitation, they are also ensuring her comfort with appropriate care for minor post-procedure symptoms, including a gentle dry cough and tooth sensitivity,” he said.
“Seeing her strength and steady progress is truly reassuring for all of us,” he added, expressing gratitude to the doctors and everyone “keeping her in their thoughts and prayers.”
Update (4 PM, 15th November 2026)
Our brave little warrior has shown remarkable resilience following her recent procedures. Her vitals are completely stable, and she is maintaining healthy oxygen saturation levels naturally on room air. She has also begun taking food orally well and is taking slow, steady steps with support – a wonderful milestone in her healing process.
The dedicated team of doctors and specialists continues to monitor her round the clock. While she is undergoing ongoing physiotherapy and rehabilitation, they are also ensuring her comfort with appropriate care for minor post-procedure symptoms, including a gentle dry cough and tooth sensitivity.
Seeing her strength and steady progress is truly reassuring for all of us. My sincere gratitude to the tireless medical staff caring for her and to everyone keeping her in their thoughts and prayers.
— Lokesh Nara (@naralokesh) November 15, 2026
In an earlier update, Lokesh said a plastic surgery procedure performed on November 14, which included “suture removal, debridement, and re-suturing,” went smoothly.
The girl, who was shifted to Manipal Hospital in critical condition, underwent blood transfusions, orthopaedic surgery, and plastic surgery to treat her injuries.
The shocking incident happened on October 31, at the Zilla Parishad High School in Raptadu. The accused, identified as Hemanth of Naguluru village, entered the classroom while lessons were going on and brutally attacked the girl with a chainsaw in the presence of over 30 other students. Another student who tried to intervene also sustained injuries.
The girl was rushed to the Anantapur Government General Hospital (GGH), where she received initial treatment.
(Edited by Fayisa CA)
