A shocking crime has been reported from Basti district in Uttar Pradesh. Police say a 20‑year‑old girl was killed by her younger brother, with help from their mother. The family first tried to show the death as an accident, but later investigation revealed it was a case of honour killing.
According to police, the girl was speaking to a male friend on the phone when her brother saw her. He became angry and argued with her. Their mother also scolded her. Together, they decided to punish her. The brother tied her hands and legs, strangled her, and placed her body inside a sack.
To hide the crime, the family staged it as a road accident. They put the body in a car and drove over it several times before dumping it in nearby Gonda district. At first, they told police that she had died in an accident. However, the truth came out after a detailed investigation by multiple police teams.
The mother and son have now been arrested. Another relative who was involved is still missing. Police say the murder was carried out to protect “family honour.”
This case highlights the continuing problem of honour killings in India. In many parts of the country, young women are attacked by relatives for choices in friendship, love, or marriage that go against family expectations. Despite strict laws, such crimes still occur, often hidden or disguised as accidents.
Local authorities have promised strict action against those responsible. The police have said they will ensure justice for the victim and send a strong message that honour killings will not be tolerated.
The incident has shocked the community in Basti. Many residents have spoken about the need for awareness and education to stop such crimes. Social activists say that families must learn to respect the freedom of young women and that society should not accept violence in the name of honour.
As the investigation continues, this case serves as a reminder of the dangers of rigid social norms and the importance of protecting women’s rights. The tragic death of the young girl in Basti shows how harmful honour killings are and why strong action is needed to prevent them in the future.
