Katihar Shocker: Shraddh Ritual Held for Living Woman

In a troubling case from Katihar, Bihar, a woman's father and brother held the shraddh ritual for her while she was still alive, after she entered an intercaste love marriage. The incident has become a major talking point in the region, raising serious questions about family pressure and personal choice.

The incident occurred in Nijhra village, falling under the Kadwa police station area.

Information available so far says that Shyam Thakur's daughter married Ajay Paswan of Pahalgarh village against her family's will. Ajay is described as the son of Munna Paswan, who is a mukhiya pratinidhi. Because the couple belonged to different castes, the woman's family became angry. Even so, the daughter chose to begin a new life with the person she loved.

Family cuts ties with living daughter

According to reports, the father and brother performed the shraddh ritual while the woman was alive. They further said that no relationship would be maintained with her in the time ahead. This event tells the story of a family relationship that has collapsed. The daughter exercised her right to choose a partner, but the family responded by cutting her off completely. The home that once resonated with her voice now speaks of ending all connections.

Father and brother's reaction draws attention

After the love marriage, the family's decision has become a subject of intense discussion in the area. The central question is whether choosing a spouse of one's own will can justify parents treating their daughter as dead while she lives. Official or detailed responses from the concerned parties have not yet emerged.