Tragic Miscarriage Case: Dowry and Gender Bias Lead to Court Action

Police charged an ASHA worker and five others for forcing a pregnant woman to miscarry, fearing a third girl child. The woman, harassed for dowry since 2017, was subjected to cruelty and expelled with her daughters after meeting dowry demands. An FIR has been filed, and investigations are ongoing.

In a shocking turn of events, authorities have registered a case against an ASHA worker and five family members for allegedly coercing her daughter-in-law into a miscarriage over fears of a third daughter being born. This incident highlights a troubling case of gender bias and dowry harassment.

The ASHA worker, alongside her son and four others, face charges including causing miscarriage without consent, dowry-related cruelty, intentional harm, and criminal intimidation. The case underscores ongoing issues of dowry pressure and gender discrimination.

The woman was reportedly pressured into bringing Rs 1 lakh from her parents and endured ongoing abuse. Legal action has been sought, with the court prompting police to file an FIR. Authorities are now conducting a thorough investigation into the disturbing allegations.

(With inputs from agencies.)