Tragic End: Dowry Allegations and a Cry for Justice

Saumya Kashyap, the wife of a UP police constable, allegedly died by suicide after posting a video accusing her husband and his family of dowry harassment. She claimed she was tortured and that her husband's family sought a second marriage for him. Authorities have initiated an investigation.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Lucknow | Updated: 28-07-2025 19:20 IST | Created: 28-07-2025 19:20 IST
Tragic End: Dowry Allegations and a Cry for Justice
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Saumya Kashyap, the spouse of a police constable in Uttar Pradesh, allegedly died by suicide, leaving behind a video accusing her husband and his family of dowry harassment. Kashyap's distressing online plea for justice came shortly before she was found dead.

In the video, Kashyap, visibly emotional and desperate, claimed her in-laws were pressuring her husband to enter a second marriage. The incident unfolded in a remote village under the Bakshi Ka Talab police jurisdiction, prompting authorities to launch an investigation.

This tragic case has sparked local outrage, prompting appeals for justice to high-profile leaders including Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Police have confirmed that further investigations are ongoing.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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