In a heartbreaking incident that has sent shockwaves through the rural landscape of Chhattisgarh, a young woman died by suicide after her long-time partner refused to marry her. The incident, which occurred in the Kartala police station area of Korba district, underscores the intense social and emotional pressures faced by couples in love affairs that face familial opposition.
The deceased has been identified as Krishno Kumari, a 19-year-old resident of Sendripali village. According to police reports, she was in a three-year relationship with Roshan Kumar (21), a man from a neighboring area. What makes this Chhattisgarh love affair tragedy particularly devastating is that the relationship was an open secret, known to the entire village and even accepted by the girl's family.
A Relationship Known to All, Rejected by One Family
Sources reveal that Krishno and Roshan’s friendship blossomed into love about three years ago. Roshan frequently visited Krishno's home, and the couple was often seen together, leading to their relationship being common knowledge in the village.
"The girl's family had agreed to the marriage. They had no objections," a local source familiar with the matter told our reporter. "However, the boy's family was adamant in their refusal. When Roshan conveyed this to Krishno, she was devastated."
This rejection became the catalyst for the tragic event. Krishno, belonging to a family of daily wage laborers, is survived by her illiterate parents, Sadhram and Kevra Bai, and eight other siblings. The family, which originally had 12 children, has now lost three, including Krishno.
The Final Hours: A Walk From the Forest to Home
The sequence of events on that fateful Monday (February 23) paints a grim picture of despair. After the final conversation regarding the marriage refusal, a distressed Krishno walked to a nearby forest area. In a moment of unbearable anguish, she consumed pesticide, a toxic substance commonly used in the fields her father tills.
Realizing the gravity of her actions as her condition deteriorated, Krishno managed to call her sister. In her final act of reaching out to family, she then displayed incredible, yet tragic, willpower. Despite having consumed poison, she walked back from the forest to her home unaided.
Her family rushed her to the District Medical College Hospital, but it was too late. Krishno succumbed to the poison during treatment, leaving her family and community in mourning.
Police Investigation Underway
Authorities have since taken charge of the situation. District Hospital Police Post in-charge, Vishwa Narayan Chauhan, confirmed that an investigation is officially underway.
"We have recorded the statements of the family members based on the memo received from the hospital," Chauhan stated. "The body has been sent for post-mortem. Following that, the case file will be transferred to the Kartala police station, where further legal proceedings and a detailed investigation into the circumstances leading to the suicide will be conducted."
Expert Perspective: A Social Issue Beyond Law
While the police probe focuses on the legal aspects, social workers point to a deeper societal issue. This incident highlights the vulnerability of young women in rural heartlands where, despite modern relationships forming, orthodox family structures can still wield veto power over marriage.
"The girl's family accepted the relationship, but the boy's family did not. This puts immense pressure on the couple, and unfortunately, in many cases, the woman bears the brunt of the emotional trauma," noted a local counselor familiar with such cases in the region. "It is a stark reminder of the need for open communication and mental health support at the grassroots level."
As the Kartala police await the post-mortem report to formally begin their investigation, the village of Sendripali mourns the loss of a young life. The case serves as a grim reminder of the tragic consequences that can arise when personal desires clash with familial acceptance, leaving a community to grapple with questions of love, honor, and loss.
