SILCHAR, June 1 -- Six people, including two teenagers, have been arrested in Assam after a 12-year-old girl was repeatedly raped over several months and left nearly 28 weeks pregnant, police said on Monday.

The arrests took place in Majuli, a river island district in Assam, following a criminal complaint filed by the girl's family on Sunday.

Senior superintendent of police (SSP) Majuli Somalin Subhadarsini said doctors estimated the girl was around 11 years old when the assaults began. The pregnancy became noticeable only recently, prompting the family to approach the police.

"We have recorded her statement and are also examining all aspects to find out how it all started and what she went through. A thorough investigation report will...