A woman in Noida has taken legal action against her husband and seven members of his family, accusing them of severe dowry harassment, domestic violence, and criminal intimidation. The case was officially registered at the Sector 113 police station based on her detailed complaint.
Allegations of Torture and Escalating Demands
The complainant stated that the mistreatment began shortly after her wedding on April 21 last year. She revealed that her family had spent approximately Rs 35 lakh on the marriage ceremonies. However, despite this significant expenditure, her husband and in-laws started pressuring her for an additional Rs 6 lakh soon after the wedding.
The situation deteriorated further when her husband filed for divorce in October. According to the wife's police complaint, the abuse was not limited to financial demands. She alleged that her husband routinely monitored her phone calls, isolating her from her support system. This control was part of a sustained campaign of both physical and mental cruelty.
Sustained Cruelty and Tragic Miscarriage
The woman's ordeal intensified during her pregnancy. She claimed that the physical and mental cruelty continued even while she was expecting, creating an environment of extreme stress and fear. This persistent harassment, she told the police, ultimately led to a miscarriage, marking a tragic turning point in her marital life.
In her complaint, she also accused her in-laws of actively instigating her husband against her. The family disputes, as per her statement, reached a shocking climax when the in-laws allegedly demanded a staggering Rs 1 crore to settle all matters between the two families.
Legal Repercussions and Police Investigation
Following the submission of her formal complaint, the Noida Police at Sector 113 have registered a case. The charges encompass serious sections related to dowry harassment, domestic violence, and criminal intimidation. The accused include her husband and seven of his relatives, all of whom are now under the scrutiny of a police investigation.
This case highlights the persistent social evil of dowry and the severe consequences of domestic abuse. It underscores the importance of legal recourse for victims and the role of law enforcement in addressing such grievous crimes within the family sphere. The police are currently investigating all allegations made in the complaint.
