The horrific incident in Srinagar, where a nomadic woman was sexually assaulted and murdered, is not merely a heinous crime against an individual—it is a savage assault on the conscience of humanity itself. Crimes of such depravity should shake the very foundation of a civilized society and demand not just condemnation but a unified call for justice that is swift, unflinching, and exemplary. That four individuals could commit such a brutal act against a defenseless woman reveals a darkness that runs deep within certain corners of society—where the vulnerable are not seen as people, but as targets of unspeakable violence. The nomadic community, often marginalized and voiceless, becomes doubly vulnerable in such instances. The perpetrators not only violated the bodily integrity of the woman but silenced her permanently, as if her life held no value, no story, no worth. But she mattered. Her suffering matters. And justice for her must resonate as justice for all. It is often said that the measure of a society lies in how it treats its most vulnerable. If that is true, then this incident is an indictment of more than just four individuals. It is a reflection of the apathy, misogyny, and impunity that continue to embolden such crimes in the first place. We must recognize that this is not an isolated act of violence. It is a symptom of a deeper societal malaise that sees women—especially those from marginalized communities—as expendable. This crime must be treated as a rarest of rare case—not just because of its brutality, but because of the intent and impunity behind it. The law must not just act—it must roar. There is no room for leniency, no scope for mitigation. The punishment must send a clear message: those who dehumanize and destroy lives in such a manner will face the full and unforgiving weight of justice. But beyond legal retribution, this is a moment for moral reckoning. We must interrogate the systems that allowed this to happen—our policing mechanisms, our societal attitudes, our failure to protect the unprotected. And we must act—by raising our voices, strengthening our laws, and ensuring that those who are most vulnerable are no longer alone. Let us remember her not as a faceless victim, but as a symbol of all that must change. Her death must not go in vain. If this is where we draw the line, then let it be so—boldly, clearly, and finally. Because a crime against one is a crime against us all.