UP dishonour killing: 2 years after marriage, man beaten to death by wife's family
A 28-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by members of his wife’s family in Uttar Pradesh’s Hardoi district over a love marriage the family
A 28-year-old man was allegedly beaten to death by members of his wife’s family in Uttar Pradesh’s Hardoi district over a love marriage the family had opposed since 2024. The victim, identified as Vivek Kanaujia, had returned to his native village with his wife and infant son when the attack allegedly took place. Police have registered a murder case against seven accused and detained two for questioning. Read Full Story The incident was reported from Badruddinpur village in Hardoi. According to police and family members, Vivek, an e-rickshaw driver, had married Poonam in May 2024 against the wishes of both families.
Following the marriage, the couple had moved to Noida near Delhi and had been living there due to continued opposition from relatives. Recently, Vivek and Poonam returned to the village along with their seven-month-old son. Soon after their return, tensions resurfaced over the marriage. According to allegations made by the victim’s family and wife, members of Poonam’s maternal family reached the house on Monday evening and confronted the couple. The argument allegedly escalated and turned violent when Poonam’s father, uncle and brothers attacked Vivek with sticks and canes. During the assault, Poonam escaped and took shelter in a neighbour’s house to save herself.
Recalling the events, Poonam said that after the couple informed their families about marrying of their own choice, they were told not to stay in the village. She said they had shifted to Noida but were harassed again after returning. "A fight broke out, and they beat us badly. My father, uncle and brother attacked us. I somehow reached my uncle’s place and the police were informed," she said. Police reached the spot after receiving information and took the injured Vivek to a medical college for treatment. However, doctors later declared him dead. Hardoi ASP (West) Martand Prakash Singh said Vivek had approached Behta Gokul police station on the previous evening alleging assault by his in-laws, following which a case had already been registered.
"He died during treatment today. Two accused, Ramgopal and Shyam, have been taken into custody," the officer said. Based on a complaint filed by Vivek’s mother, Vimla, police have booked seven named accused under serious charges including murder. Authorities said inquest and post-mortem proceedings are underway and efforts are continuing to trace the remaining accused. Ends
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