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Man Arrested for Allegedly Throwing Wife into Ganga
5 Sep
Summary
- Husband arrested for allegedly throwing wife into Ganga river.
- The incident occurred on a bridge following a quarrel.
- A search operation is ongoing for the missing woman.
In Kanpur, a 20-year-old man was arrested on Friday evening following an alleged incident where he threw his 19-year-old wife into the Ganga River. The couple was on the Pariyar-Bithoor bridge in Unnao when a quarrel ensued, reportedly fueled by suspicions of an illicit relationship.
The woman remains missing, prompting police and divers to resume an extensive search operation on Saturday morning. Her family and villagers have expressed distress, blocking a road to demand a rapid resolution and effective measures.
The accused, Sujeet Rajput, had married the victim, Usha, on December 14, 2024. The incident occurred as they were returning from Usha's parental home. Police are continuing their investigation by questioning Rajput.
