Mattumala: Pregnant Woman Dies After Self-Imm○l@tion Amid Dowry Harassment Allegations

The Times Patriot

In Mattumala: Archana (20), 7 months pregnant, died after self-immolation. Family accuses husband Sharon & mother-in-law Rajini of dowry harassment. Both booked under BNS 85 & 80. Police say she used paint thinner. Locals allege repeated abuse.  #Mattumala #DowryCrime #Kerala #ViolenceAgainstWomen #JusticeForArchana

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00:0020-year-old Archana, who was 7 months pregnant, died after self-fiction on Wednesday evening.

00:06Her family alleges she suffered prolonged harassment from her husband Sharon and mother-in-law Rajini, allegedly over dowry.

00:14Both have now been booked under BNS sections 85 and 80 Cruelty by husband or relatives and dowry death.

00:20The Varandarapilli police took Sharon into custody soon after the incident.

00:24Archana's father says she was afraid of Sharon.

00:27He barely allowed her to visit home and allegedly beat her.

00:31Archana's burning body was found inside a concrete canal next to the house.

00:35Police believe she poured paint thinner on herself before lighting the fire.

00:39Matumala ward member says neighbours rushed after hearing Rajini's screams.

00:43By the time help arrived, Archana had suffered fatal burns.

00:47The couple married in April and moved into a life mission house 3 months ago.

00:51Locals and family members alleged Sharon regularly abused her even in public.

00:57The Chalakoti Diaspe is leading the investigation as the community grapples with this horrific incident.

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