Chandigarh: Man Dies by Suicide; Family Alleges Wife's Extramarital Affair Led to Death
According to the police, the couple had entered into a love marriage several years ago and were living together in Chandigarh. Family members of the deceased have alleged that the marriage had been under strain for some time due to the woman's alleged relationship with another man.
A 34-year-old man in Chandigarh allegedly died by suicide after reportedly discovering his wife's extramarital relationship, prompting police to register a case against the woman and her alleged partner on charges of abetment to suicide. Authorities are investigating the allegations and the circumstances that led to the man's death, as reported by TOI. According to the police, the couple had entered into a love marriage several years ago and were living together in Chandigarh. Family members of the deceased have alleged that the marriage had been under strain for some time due to the woman's alleged relationship with another man.
The family claimed the deceased had become emotionally distressed after learning about the alleged affair, which they say contributed to his deteriorating mental state. Hisar: 19-Year-Old NEET Aspirant Dies by Suicide Hours Before Re-NEET Exam 2026, Probe Underway.
Suicide Note and Family Complaint
Police said the investigation began after the man's death by suicide. Based on a complaint filed by his family and evidence collected during the preliminary inquiry, including material allegedly left behind by the deceased, a case was registered against his wife and the man she is alleged to have been involved with.
Investigators are examining the contents of the suicide note and other digital and physical evidence to determine whether there is sufficient material to support the allegations of abetment. Haryana Shocker: Father Kills 5-Year-Old Son, Later Dies by Suicide in Faridabad Over Domestic Dispute.
Case Registered Under BNS Provisions
Following the preliminary investigation, police booked the accused under relevant provisions of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) related to abetment of suicide. Officials said further legal action will depend on the findings of the ongoing investigation. No arrests had been officially announced at the time of the latest reports.
Police have recorded statements from the deceased's family members and are questioning those connected to the case. They are also verifying the sequence of events leading up to the death, including the allegations surrounding the alleged extramarital relationship. Officials have stressed that the investigation is ongoing and that the allegations against the accused are yet to be tested in court.
Suicide Prevention and Mental Health Helpline Numbers:
Tele Manas (Ministry of Health) – 14416 or 1800 891 4416; NIMHANS – + 91 80 26995000 /5100 /5200 /5300 /5400; Peak Mind – 080-456 87786; Vandrevala Foundation – 9999 666 555; Arpita Suicide Prevention Helpline – 080-23655557; iCALL – 022-25521111 and 9152987821; COOJ Mental Health Foundation (COOJ) – 0832-2252525.
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