Tragic honor killing: Brother strangles sister over interfaith relationship

In a heart-wrenching incident that has shocked the community, a young Muslim girl was brutally strangled by her brother in broad daylight, reportedly over her relationship with a Hindu boy. The tragic event unfolded on a bustling street, as onlookers stood in shock in Uttar Pradesh’s Meerut.

The victim, who was deeply in love with a Hindu boy, had been pressing her family for marriage. Despite her earnest pleas, her family firmly opposed the union due to their differing religious backgrounds. They believed that such a marriage was not feasible and tried to dissuade her from pursuing the relationship.

Tensions reached a boiling point when her brother, identified as Haseen, took a drastic and horrifying step. Unable to accept his sister's determination to marry outside their faith, Haseen confronted her in the middle of the street. In a fit of rage, he strangled her, ending her life in front of stunned bystanders.

Public Reaction

The crowd, paralyzed by the shocking violence, could only watch in disbelief as the tragic scene unfolded. Despite the public setting, no one intervened to stop the brutal act. This incident has sparked outrage and sorrow within the community, highlighting the severe consequences of familial and societal pressures against interfaith relationships.

More details in the case are awaited…