Tragic Suicide in Garhwa Village
A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Garhwa district where an 18-year-old girl ended her life after the local panchayat intervened in her relationship. The victim, identified as Sita Kumari, allegedly hanged herself from a tree in her lover's village, Gasedag, which falls under the jurisdiction of Ranka police station.
Forbidden Love and Panchayat Intervention
According to police reports and family statements, Sita Kumari was in a relationship with Arun Singh, a 25-year-old married man. Despite Arun Singh's marital status, the two continued to communicate regularly through mobile phones. The situation came to a head when Sita's parents called for a panchayat meeting two days before the tragedy.
The village council, after reviewing the matter, issued a strict directive ordering both Arun Singh and Sita Kumari to cease all communication with each other. This decision by the traditional village governing body appears to have triggered the subsequent events that led to the young woman's drastic action.
Discovery and Police Response
The grim discovery was made on Tuesday morning when local villagers found Sita's body hanging from a tree. Law enforcement officials quickly responded to the scene and initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death.
DSP Rohit Ranjan Singh of Ranka confirmed the details, stating, "The matter is related to a love affair. We have arrested Arun Singh, and the body of the deceased was sent to the Garhwa sadar hospital for the post-mortem examination. Further investigation is underway."
The police have taken Arun Singh into custody as part of their ongoing investigation. The exact reasons for his arrest haven't been fully detailed, but it appears connected to his involvement in the relationship that preceded the suicide.
The tragic case highlights the continuing influence of traditional village councils in personal matters and raises questions about the psychological impact of such interventions on young individuals. As the investigation continues, the community remains shaken by the loss of a young life under such distressing circumstances.
