Meerut, India — A tragic incident unfolded in Kapsad village when a 50-year-old Dalit woman was killed while attempting to protect her daughter from alleged abductors. This violent episode has ignited political outrage and prompted heightened security measures in the region.
The incident occurred Thursday morning as the woman confronted two men attempting to abduct her 20-year-old daughter. Reports indicate that the assailants attacked the mother with a sharp object, inflicting severe injuries. Despite being rushed to the hospital, she succumbed to her wounds shortly after. The accused have been identified as 23-year-old Paras Som and 25-year-old Sunil Kumar, both residents of the same village.
In response to the attack, law enforcement has initiated a comprehensive search, filing a First Information Report (FIR) under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita for murder and abduction, as well as provisions under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. Meerut Senior Superintendent of Police Vipin Tada reported that police teams are actively pursuing leads, extending their search to neighboring Haryana and Delhi.
District officials have offered financial support to the bereaved family, approving an ex-gratia payment of ₹10 lakh from the Chief Minister’s relief fund, with an additional ₹12 lakh promised upon the filing of the chargesheet. Meanwhile, the woman provided a harrowing account of the assault before her passing, describing how she intervened to stop the attackers who had been harassing her daughter.
Grief enveloped Kapsad village following the incident, drawing a heavy police presence to maintain peace. The woman’s cremation was delayed as her family initially refused to proceed until their demands for justice were met, including the arrest of the suspects and the safe return of the missing daughter. Senior law enforcement officials engaged in lengthy discussions with the family to ease their concerns.
The case has sparked significant political discourse, with leaders from various parties voicing their indignation. Bahujan Samaj Party chief Mayawati called for immediate and rigorous action against the criminals, emphasizing the need to protect women’s dignity. Similarly, Samajwadi Party president Akhilesh Yadav criticized the ruling government, asserting that citizens have lost faith in their leadership amid rising crime.
In the wake of these events, police are actively deploying over ten teams across districts to locate the suspects and ensure the daughter’s safe recovery. Local authorities have also suggested providing an arms license to the victim’s family due to ongoing security concerns.
As the community grapples with this tragedy, the focus remains on swiftly apprehending the accused and addressing the families’ grievances. Pressure continues to mount for systemic changes to ensure the safety and dignity of women in the region.