Woman kills three-month-old daughter before ending own life in Chennai
A 25-year-old woman in Chennai allegedly killed her three-month-old daughter before taking her own life. Police are investigating the incident, noting the woman had a history of depression that worsened after childbirth.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the critical need for mental health awareness and support systems for postpartum depression.
A 25-year-old woman allegedly killed her three-month-old daughter before taking her own life at their residence in Aminjikarai on Friday (June 12, 2026). The deceased have been identified as Dharini and her child Shreya.
The report provides a factual, objective account of a police investigation without sensationalizing the tragedy.
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