Inter-Faith Couple Found Hanging: Community Tensions Escalate

A middle-aged inter-faith couple from Bijehra village were found hanging from a tree, suspected to have committed suicide. Their long-standing relationship caused family tensions, leading to recent altercations and police involvement. A probe has been launched with ongoing investigations to determine any criminal linkage.

The bodies of a middle-aged, inter-faith couple were discovered hanging from a tree in Bijehra village on Friday, according to police reports. Authorities suspect a suicide.

The couple, Salimun (45) and Nakachhed, had been in a relationship for 12-14 years. Their affair had caused tensions within their respective families, particularly leading to a recent altercation between Salimun's husband Mushtaq and Nakachhed.

Local law enforcement, alerted about the incident around 9:30 AM, have initiated a probe into the case. Additional Superintendent of Police (ASP) Prakash Kumar noted the religious differences between the couple and confirmed ongoing investigations with no criminal complaint filed yet.

Post-mortem examinations are underway, and further legal procedures are being observed.

(With inputs from agencies.)