Newlywed dies by suicide after alleged dowry harassment in TN
In a shocking and tragic incident, a 27-year-old newlywed woman named Rithanya died by suicide on Saturday, 29 June, just 78 days after her wedding in the Tiruppur district in Tamil Nadu. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and demands for the immediate arrest of her husband and in-laws, who are accused of subjecting her to alleged dowry harassment and sexual abuse.
According to reports, Rithanya tied the knot with her husband, Raja, on 21 April this year. However, things took a turn for the worse soon after the wedding. Her husband and in-laws allegedly started harassing her for dowry, demanding a large sum of money and other valuable possessions.
The victim’s family claimed that Rithanya was subjected to physical and emotional abuse by her husband and in-laws. They also accused Raja’s family of forcing her to work as a domestic help, leaving her with little time for herself or her own needs.
The final straw came when Rithanya’s husband and in-laws allegedly started making sexual advances towards her. The victim was reportedly devastated by the situation and felt trapped with no escape.
On the fateful day of her suicide, Rithanya’s family received a distressing call from her, saying that she was in a desperate situation and needed help. However, when they rushed to her location, they found her hanging from the ceiling fan in her room.
The police were informed, and an investigation was launched. The victim’s family has accused the police of being slow in taking action against the accused, citing that they were aware of the harassment but did not take any immediate action to stop it.
The incident has sent shockwaves across the state, with many calling for stricter laws to prevent such crimes. The Tamil Nadu government has also promised to take stringent action against the accused and to ensure that justice is served to the victim’s family.
This tragic incident highlights the need for urgent action to address the issue of dowry harassment and sexual abuse in our society. The practice of dowry is illegal in India, but it continues to be a significant problem, particularly in rural areas.
In recent years, there have been several high-profile cases of dowry harassment and sexual abuse in Tamil Nadu, highlighting the need for greater awareness and action to prevent such crimes.
The victim’s family has demanded that the police take immediate action against the accused and that the husband and in-laws be arrested and charged with murder. They have also called for stricter laws to prevent such crimes in the future.
The incident has also raised questions about the role of the police in preventing such crimes. Many have questioned why the police did not take immediate action to stop the harassment and why it took a tragedy for them to intervene.
The Tamil Nadu government has promised to take urgent action to address the issue and to ensure that justice is served to the victim’s family. The state government has also announced a compensation package for the family and has assured them that they will receive all necessary support and assistance to cope with their loss.
As the investigation into the incident continues, many are left wondering how such a tragedy could have occurred and what could have been done to prevent it. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the need for greater awareness and action to prevent such crimes in our society.
