A shocking incident unfolded in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh, where a woman was allegedly thrashed in public by her husband and his girlfriend after she confronted them. The incident, which took place in a market area in Shivaji Nagar, was captured on video and has since gone viral on social media, sparking outrage and concern.
According to reports, the woman, identified as Mohini Yadav, encountered her husband, Shivam Yadav, accompanied by another woman while she was out purchasing medicine. Mohini, who was reportedly unwell, confronted the pair, leading to a heated argument. The situation quickly escalated, with Shivam and his girlfriend allegedly physically assaulting Mohini in the middle of the road.
The viral video depicts a chaotic scene, with Shivam and his girlfriend allegedly slapping, kicking, and verbally abusing Mohini. The girlfriend is also seen pulling Mohini by her hair and dragging her. Passersby reportedly stood by as mute spectators while the assault occurred. After the alleged attack, Shivam and his girlfriend fled the scene on a motorcycle. Mohini sustained injuries and promptly filed a police complaint, demanding action against the accused.
In her statement to the media, Mohini recounted the incident, stating that she had gone to the medical store when she spotted Shivam with another woman. When she protested their relationship, the woman allegedly began abusing her, and both of them proceeded to physically assault her.
Police have registered a case and launched an investigation into the matter. The incident has drawn widespread condemnation, with many expressing concern over the public nature of the assault and the apparent lack of intervention from bystanders. This incident highlights the broader issue of violence against women in Uttar Pradesh and across India. Several reports detail instances where women have been harassed, assaulted, or subjected to domestic violence for various reasons, including disputes over alleged affairs, dowry demands, or even for choosing their own partners.