Tragic Tale of Love and Betrayal in Melakunda

In Melakunda village, a father allegedly killed his daughter, staging her death as a suicide because of her inter-community relationship. The police have arrested the father and are investigating the involvement of other relatives. The tragic incident highlights societal pressures against inter-caste relationships.

A father in Melakunda village near Kalaburagi allegedly murdered his daughter in an attempt to disguise her death as a suicide, according to police sources. The deceased was reportedly in a relationship with a man from another community, leading her father to commit the horrific act.

Police Commissioner Sharanappa S D confirmed that the incident, which occurred on Thursday, was initially presented as a suicide by the father, Shankar. The family allegedly performed the last rites to cover up the crime.

Local authorities arrested Shankar, citing worries over community backlash affecting the marriage prospects of his remaining daughters as the motive. Investigations continue with suspicions on two of Shankar's relatives, potentially involved in the crime.

(With inputs from agencies.)