BA student commits suicide after cousins harass, spread rumors of court marriage in Uttar Pradesh

The torment escalated when the accused purposely spread malicious rumors of a court marriage involving her.

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Satyam Singh
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A heart-wrenching incident unfolded in Fatehpur district, Uttar Pradesh, where a BA student took her own life after enduring relentless harassment from two youths in her village. The torment escalated when the accused purposely spread malicious rumors of a court marriage involving her.

No action from Police after multiple complaints

The victim, a 21-year-old graduate student residing in a village under the jurisdiction of the Khaga Kotwali area, was subjected to persistent harassment by Ankit Tiwari and Anuj Tiwari, both residents of her village, for an extended period. Despite repeated complaints lodged by the victim's family against the perpetrators, no concrete action was taken, with fear of social stigma deterring them from seeking police intervention.

Cousins spread false rumours to defame

The situation further deteriorated when Ankit Tiwari initiated the dissemination of false rumors about a purported court marriage involving the victim, exacerbating her mental anguish. To shield her from the escalating harassment, the victim's family decided to relocate her to a relative's residence in another village within the Khakhreru police station area. 

However, the accused continued their campaign of harassment, following her to the new location and persisting with their defamatory tactics.

Who is responsible?

Tragically, unable to cope with the relentless torment and societal defamation, the victim succumbed to despair and took the drastic step of ending her own life by hanging herself at her relative's house. In the wake of this devastating loss, the victim's father filed a formal complaint against Ankit and Anuj, accusing them of abetting her suicide. The accused, who are reportedly cousins and known troublemakers within the community.

In response to the gravity of the situation, law enforcement authorities have initiated intensive raids to apprehend the accused individuals. The police are committed to ensuring that justice is served and that those responsible for the victim's untimely demise are held accountable for their reprehensible actions.