Man, teen girl die by suicide in Gujarat forest; act livestreamed on Instagram
A 22-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl died by suicide in a Gujarat forest after their families opposed their relationship due to caste differences. The incident was livestreamed on Instagram, drawing significant public attention.
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VADODARA: A man and a minor girl, who were in a relationship, died by suicide and streamed their act live on Instagram in Dahod district.The incident occurred on Sunday in the forest area of Singvad taluka. The incident left their families in a state of shock as many people watched the suicide live on Instagram.The police said that the deceased Rajesh Ninama was having an affair with the 16-year-old girl.However, their families were against the relationship. “Rajesh had taken the girl to meet his parents a few days ago and sought permission for marriage.
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