Prayagraj: A distressing sequence of events unfolded in Uttar Pradesh, where a 21-year-old womans alleged suicide sparked a tragic chain reaction resulting in the death of her husbands parents. The incident, which occurred on Monday night, escalated into a devastating house fire, leaving the elderly couple dead.Suicide leads to fatal repurcussionsThe unfortunate incident commenced with the reported suicide of Anshika Kesarwani, the daughter-in-law of the affected family. Hours after her demise, Anshikas relatives purportedly set ablaze her husbands residence in a fit of rage, leading to the demise of his parents.The in-laws were accused of murdering the daughter-in-law.— Siraj Noorani (@sirajnoorani) March 19, 2024Who were inside the burning houseThe victims of the fatal fire were identified as Rajendra Kesarwani, 63, and his wife Shobha Devi, 60, whose charred remains were recovered from the second floor of their residence in the Mutthiganj area.Case filed against 10 individualsUttar Pradesh police officials swiftly responded to the scene and initiated an investigation, leading to the filing of a murder case against 10 individuals, including relatives of the deceased woman. The arson attack on the house of Anshikas husband compounded the tragedy, resulting in further loss of life.Kesarwanis deal in wooden furnitureUpon arrival, authorities encountered a raging fire engulfing the ground floor of the building. The Kesarwani family, known for their wooden furniture business, witnessed the rapid spread of flames from a wood storage area, eventually consuming multiple floors of the structure.Rescue efforts turns futilePrompt action by the fire department facilitated the rescue of five family members trapped within the inferno. Despite efforts to contain the blaze, it claimed the lives of Rajendra and Shobha Devi, leaving a community in mourning.Ongoing investigationAuthorities are diligently investigating the circumstances surrounding the fire, including allegations of arson. Assistant Superintendent of Police Pushkar Verma assured that all available evidence, including CCTV footage, would be scrutinized to ascertain the cause of the fire.The tragic incident in Prayagraj has not only resulted in the loss of lives but also raised questions about the underlying tensions between the two families. As investigations continue, the community grapples with the aftermath of this devastating ordeal.
