Karnataka News: Days after the tragic death of Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru-based professional who died by suicide amid allegations of harassment, the police have arrested his wife, Nikita Singhania, along with her mother and brother. The arrests occurred on Sunday, with Nikita apprehended in Gurugram, Haryana, while her mother, Nisha, and brother, Anurag, were captured in Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. This action comes as part of an investigation into allegations of abetment to suicide.Arrests and ChargesAccording to a senior police officer, the trio has been accused of demanding an exorbitant sum of ₹3 crore to withdraw legal cases against Atul and an additional ₹30 lakh for visitation rights concerning their son. The Bengaluru Police sought assistance from their counterparts in Uttar Pradesh to locate the suspects after they reportedly fled their home in Jaunpur late Wednesday.Atul Subhash, 34, was discovered deceased in his apartment on Monday. Following this incident, his brother Bikas Kumar filed a complaint against Nikita, Nisha, Anurag, and their uncle Sushil Singhania. The police confirmed that the accused were presented in court and subsequently placed in judicial custody.BREAKING: Atul Subhashs wife Nikita Singhania, her mother & her brother arrested by Bengaluru Police from Gurugram and Prayagraj respectively. Remanded to judicial custody. pic.twitter.com/x9TofS2cS3— Shiv Aroor (@ShivAroor) December 15, 2024A Heart-Wrenching NoteIn a chilling revelation of his struggles, Atul left behind a 24-page note detailing his ordeal and shared an 81-minute video where he expressed his plea for justice. In the video, he wore a board around his neck stating Justice is Due. He also accused a family court judge in Uttar Pradesh of corruption and bias towards his in-laws.Originally from Uttar Pradesh, Atul served as a deputy general manager at an automobile firm in Bengaluru.He married Nikita Singhania, a software professional, in 2019 however, their relationship deteriorated over time leading to their separation. Atul was embroiled in multiple legal battles, facing nine cases that included serious allegations such as murder and dowry harassment. His parents were also implicated in some of these accusations.Community ResponseThe tragic circumstances surrounding Atuls death have sparked outrage within the community and raised questions about domestic abuse and mental health support systems. The case has drawn significant media attention as it highlights the severe consequences of familial disputes exacerbated by financial demands.As investigations continue, authorities are urged to provide comprehensive support to individuals facing similar challenges to prevent further tragedies.
