Four Arrested in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh for Dowry Harassment and Assault Leading to Miscarriage
Four booked in UP's Bhadohi over dowry harassment, assault leading to miscarriage
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In Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh, police have registered a case against four family members for dowry harassment and assault after a woman suffered a miscarriage. The accused allegedly demanded ₹2 lakh (approximately $2,400 USD) and a motorcycle as dowry, threatening the victim with violence if their demands were not met.
- 01Four family members booked for dowry harassment and assault in Bhadohi.
- 02Victim Aarti Devi suffered a miscarriage after alleged abuse.
- 03Accused demanded ₹2 lakh and a motorcycle as dowry.
- 04Victim faced threats of violence from her husband.
- 05Police intervention followed a complaint from the victim's sister.
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In Bhadohi district, Uttar Pradesh, police have filed charges against four individuals, including the victim's husband, Ram Asare Bind, and his family members, for dowry harassment and assault leading to a miscarriage. The victim, Aarti Devi, reported that her in-laws demanded ₹2 lakh (approximately $2,400 USD) and a motorcycle as dowry, threatening her with violence if she did not comply. After becoming pregnant, Aarti alleged that her husband and in-laws pressured her to terminate the pregnancy and assaulted her when she refused to take medication intended to induce a miscarriage. Following a severe assault in March 2026, Aarti was hospitalized in Varanasi, where doctors confirmed she had suffered a miscarriage. Upon returning to her parental home, she was reportedly threatened by her husband with acid violence if she did not fulfill the dowry demands. The situation escalated when Aarti's sister, Pooja Bind, sought police assistance after receiving threats from the accused.
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This case highlights the ongoing issue of dowry harassment in India, prompting discussions on women's rights and safety.
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