Business Standard

Forced to marry, minor girl commits suicide

Image

Press Trust of India Muzaffarnagar (UP)

The body of Rajni (17), was found hanging in her house in Krishnapuri locality yesterday, they said adding that the body has been sent for post-mortem and the girl's father is being questioned in this regard.

Meanwhile, a 36-year-old woman was beaten to death by her husband over an alleged illicit relationship in the Manlandi village of neighbouring Prabudhnagar district yesterday.

The husband was arrested and a case of murder was lodged against him, police said.

In yet another incident, a 48-year-old woman Kanti ended life by jumping into a river yesterday. She was said to be upset over a family dispute, police said.

 

  

Don't miss the most important news and views of the day. Get them on our Telegram channel

First Published: Apr 29 2012 | 2:45 PM IST

Explore News