Lalita Kayi, 50, was discovered a week ago in the deep jungles of Sindhudurg district after shepherds heard her calls for aid. They notified the police, who sawed off the chain and rescued her.
Ms Kayi, who appeared completely malnourished, was transported to the hospital. Her physical health has subsequently improved, and on Friday, she was transferred to a psychiatric facility for additional therapy, according to doctors treating her.
In a written statement to the police, she claimed that her husband “chained her and left her in the forest to die without food or water”.
Police say they are seeking her spouse in the southern state of Tamil Nadu based on information she gave them.
But seven days after Ms. Kayi’s rescue, many things remain unresolved.
