Forensic Report Points to Murder, Not Suicide; Women’s Commission Recommends FIR, Suspensions
Raipur
The Chhattisgarh State Women’s Commission, headed by Chairperson Dr Kiranmayi Nayak along with members Ojaswi Mandavi and Deepika Shori, on Wednesday conducted a public hearing on cases related to women’s harassment at its Raipur office, taking up several key matters and issuing significant directions.
The hearing marked the 395th state-level and 184th district-level public hearing in Raipur.
In a major development, the Commission reviewed a case concerning the death of a woman and her six-year-old daughter, initially reported by police as a suicide by hanging. The complainant, however, alleged foul play, pointing out inconsistencies at the scene, including that the victims’ feet were touching the ground.
Acting on earlier directions of the Commission, a forensic examination was conducted. During the hearing, the complainant submitted a CD containing the findings of forensic expert Dr Sunanda. The report clearly concluded that the deaths were not suicides but a case of murder.
The Commission observed that there appeared to have been attempts to misrepresent the incident as suicide by selectively presenting photographs and evidence. It announced that it would recommend registration of an FIR against all concerned respondents. Notices will also be issued through the station house officer, directing their appearance before the Commission to expedite the case.
In another case, the Commission successfully facilitated reconciliation between a couple who had been living separately for two years. Following detailed counselling, the husband—employed at IDFC Bank, Durg—expressed willingness to live with his wife and their 17-month-old daughter. The wife agreed, ensuring that the child would now receive care from both parents. The Commission subsequently closed the case.
The Commission also recommended the suspension of two government employees for violating civil service rules. In the matter, the male respondent admitted that he had contracted a second marriage without legally divorcing his first wife. Both the husband and the second wife are government servants. The Commission will send a formal recommendation to the Director of the Health Department seeking their suspension.
In a separate property-related case, proceedings were closed after it was established that the complainant had already received five acres of land. While the land is being cultivated by the respondents, the ownership records (loan book) are in the name of the complainant’s daughter, who receives regular income from the produce. Additionally, an insurance policy worth ₹65 lakh has been secured in her name. Finding no further grounds for grievance, the Commission disposed of the matter.
