The Division No. 7 police in Ludhiana have formally booked a resident of Mansa for abetment to suicide, marking a significant development in the tragic death of 25-year-old woman advocate Diljot Sharma. The young lawyer's body was discovered under suspicious circumstances on Tajpur Road on January 5, sending shockwaves through the local legal community and her family.
Investigation Reveals Troubled Relationship Dynamics
According to police statements and family accounts, Diljot Sharma had relocated to Ludhiana approximately one-and-a-half years ago to establish her legal practice. During this period, she reportedly entered into a live-in relationship with the accused, identified as Jagdish Singh. The relationship, however, appears to have been marred by significant turmoil in its final stages.
Family Alleges Mental Harassment and Suspicious Circumstances
The victim's mother, Veerpal Kaur, filed the official complaint that led to the First Information Report (FIR) being registered under Section 108 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which specifically addresses abetment to suicide. In her statement, Veerpal Kaur alleged that her daughter had been experiencing severe mental distress because the accused had begun living with another woman, leading to frequent and intense disputes between the couple.
The family has expressed deep skepticism about the circumstances surrounding Diljot's death, particularly questioning the authenticity and implications of the suicide note recovered from the scene. They maintain that the young advocate would not have taken such an extreme step independently and believe external pressures played a crucial role.
Police Investigation and Conflicting Accounts
Investigating Officer ASI Krishan Lal confirmed that the police conducted a detailed investigation before deciding to invoke charges of abetment to suicide, nearly twenty-five days after the initial discovery of the body. "Further probe is underway to establish the precise sequence of events and fix responsibility," ASI Krishan Lal stated, emphasizing the ongoing nature of the inquiry.
Interestingly, the investigation has uncovered conflicting perspectives. While the family points to the accused's behavior as a primary cause of distress, a friend of the deceased provided a different account to the police, suggesting that Diljot had been deeply disturbed in recent days due to personal issues and might have ended her life because of this emotional turmoil.
Legal Proceedings and Next Steps
The police have assured that the accused will be apprehended soon as the legal process moves forward. The case highlights the complex interplay between personal relationships, mental health, and legal accountability, particularly in situations where the line between personal distress and external provocation becomes blurred.
This tragic incident has not only devastated a family but also raised important questions about the pressures faced by young professionals and the need for thorough investigations in cases of suspected abetment. The Ludhiana police continue their probe, aiming to piece together the final days of Diljot Sharma's life and determine the exact nature of the accused's involvement.
