'Mindset Of In-Laws Will Never Change': Woman Records Video, Dies By Suicide In Dehradun
A government teacher in Dehradun died by suicide after recording a video alleging persistent harassment by her husband and in-laws. Police have registered an FIR against the family members for dowry-related harassment.
Why it matters
The case highlights the persistent and tragic issue of dowry-related domestic violence and the need for stronger social and legal interventions.
Tears that don't stop flowing, an apology, and a lament that she was called "cursed" for months after her marriage - a heartbreaking video of a woman who died by suicide in Dehradun, allegedly because she was being harassed by her husband and in-laws, is being widely shared.Srishti Kandhari, a government teacher, married Saurabh Raturi, who is also a government employee, in November last year, and they lived in the Doiwala area, about 20 km from Dehradun city.
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