Tragic Dowry Death: A Young Woman's Fight in Palamu

In Jharkhand's Palamu district, a 22-year-old woman was allegedly murdered over dowry disputes, and her body was set on fire. Authorities have initiated an investigation, and remains were found near Dalla village. The woman's family claims ongoing harassment since her marriage 11 months ago.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Ranchi | Updated: 15-02-2026 12:20 IST | Created: 15-02-2026 12:20 IST
Tragic Dowry Death: A Young Woman's Fight in Palamu
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A shocking case of alleged dowry murder has surfaced in Jharkhand's Palamu district, where a 22-year-old woman was brutally killed and her body set ablaze, according to police reports. The crime took place in Dalla village, within the jurisdiction of Pandu police station.

Authorities reported that the woman, originally from Sonbhadra in UP, was married just 11 months ago. Her father lodged a complaint alleging constant harassment and beatings over dowry demands, culminating in her tragic murder on February 13. Police have launched a full-scale investigation into the case.

Underlining the severity of the case, SDPO Vishrampur, Alok Kumar Tutti, disclosed that forensic teams recovered bones and other remains from a nearby forest. Currently, all suspects are at large, and the police have intensified their search to bring the perpetrators to justice.

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