What Led a Woman to Commit Suicide Amidst Harassment?

Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Puspavati was a victim of severe domestic abuse.
- She documented her struggles in a video message.
- The incident highlights the ongoing issue of dowry harassment.
- Support systems for victims must be strengthened.
- Awareness and education are crucial to combat domestic violence.
Bengaluru, Oct 20 (NationPress) A tragic incident unfolded on Monday when a woman took her own life, as confirmed by officials. This unfortunate event occurred at the Visvesvaraya Pickup Dam in Doddaballapur taluk, located near Devanahalli on the outskirts of Bengaluru.
The victim, identified as Puspavati, aged 30 and a resident of Tapassihalli, left a video message before her demise.
According to police reports, Puspavati, who worked as a lecturer, was married to a man named Venu just 11 months ago. She faced severe torture from him and his family over dowry and land disputes. Puspavati's family had previously filed a missing person's report at the Doddaballapur Women’s Police Station.
In her video, she claimed that her husband had subjected her to continuous torture since their wedding day, often ignoring her attempts to communicate. When she approached her in-laws for assistance, they assured her that things would improve if she remained patient.
She expressed her distress about discussions regarding starting a family, which were met with harsh reprimands from her husband, who questioned her urgency. Whenever she inquired about potential medical issues, he responded with verbal abuse.
Puspavati also recounted instances where she was physically assaulted, including being kicked in the chest when she attempted to connect with him. Her in-laws suggested she conceive a child with their younger son, while her brother-in-law made inappropriate comments, exacerbating her mental anguish.
Despite her parents’ objections to the ongoing harassment, the abuse persisted. Puspavati described being assaulted and verbally abused by her husband’s family during heated arguments. On one occasion, she was injured and hospitalized, with her father-in-law threatening her against seeking police intervention.
The harassment escalated, leading to her being thrown out of the house during a quarrel when she threatened to report the abuse to the authorities. Even her brother faced aggression when he tried to intervene. Subsequently, a complaint was filed at the Doddaballapur Police Station.
Further information regarding this heartbreaking case is awaited, according to officials.