A teenage girl in Nanded performed symbolic wedding rituals with her murdered boyfriend’s body after her father and brothers were arrested for his killing over their inter-caste relationship. The girl, Aanchal, stated her family opposed their union due to caste differences and vowed to live with her deceased lover’s mother. NEW DELHI: A teenage girl in Maharashtra’s Nanded performed symbolic wedding rituals with the body of her murdered boyfriend, hours after her father and brothers were arrested for allegedly killing him over their inter-caste relationship.Police said 25-year-old Saksham Tate was attacked on Thursday evening in the Juna Ganj area after being called there by the girl’s family members. According to investigators, her brothers Himesh and Sahil Mamilwad, father Gajanan Mamilwad and three others fired at Tate and then smashed his head with a stone slab, killing him on the spot. All accused have been arrested, while a minor was sent to a correctional home. An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the SC/ST (prevention of atrocities) Act and the Arms Act.The girl, identified as Aanchal, arrived at Tate’s home on Friday evening as preparations for the funeral were underway. Eyewitnesses said she broke down beside the body and applied haldi and kumkum in symbolic wedding rites, claiming it would make their love “immortal.” Later telling reporters that they had planned to marry soon. “They killed him brutally, but they lost. My lover won, even in death. I want my father and brothers to be hanged,” she said.Aanchal alleged her family opposed the relationship solely because Tate belonged to a Buddhist community, while her family identified as Hindu. She claimed he had been “threatened continuously” and that the family had been “plotting to eliminate him for weeks.” Relatives said turmeric was also applied to Tate’s body as part of traditional rites. Aanchal told reporters she had severed ties with her family and would now live with Tate’s mother. “I will stay with his mother for the rest of my life. They cannot separate us anymore,” she said.Senior officers said additional security has been deployed to prevent caste tensions and that the investigation is continuing, including the recovery of the weapon and recording Aanchal’s full statement.(With inputs from agencies)About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosPak Handler Shahzad Bhatti Directed Gurdaspur Grenade Attack: Special Cell‘Stay Mentally Prepared’: Rajnath Singh’s Remark Fuels Talk Of Another Operation Sindoor‘4,000 Soldier Deaths, 20,000 Injured’: Pak FM Ishaq Dar Blames Taliban For Troop LossesAirbus A320 Glitch: Ex-IAF Pilot Shows How ELAC 2 Fails In Real-Time Flight Simulation‘Can’t Make Someone Disappear’: Shashi Tharoor Calls Out Pakistan Over Imran Khan’s Death RumoursPolitics Increasingly ‘Trumps’ Economics: EAM Jaishankar’s Veiled Swipe At US Amid Trade Tensions4 Dead, 1 Injured As Fire Engulfs Four-Storey Building In South DelhiKashi Tamil Sangamam 4.0: 300 Varanasi Students To Visit Tamil Nadu As Centre Expands Tamil Outreach“Our Rashtra Built On Culture, Not Clashes”: RSS Chief’s Big Claim On Nationhood“Oppression Will Trigger Jihad”: Jamiat Chief’s Explosive Claim Stirs Storm123PhotostoriesThe tiny behaviours that reveal someone is ready for long-term loveNutritionist shares lab tests to identify the root cause of everyday health issues8 edible plants you can easily grow in glass jars at home10 ways to enjoy moringa leaves to boost immunity and digestionFrom Raj Kapoor to Kamal Haasan: Celebrities who fought bankruptcy and emerged strongerShah Rukh Khan- Gauri to Dharmendra-Hema Malini: Bollywood power couples who follow different faiths but are happily married7 protein mistakes vegetarians commonly makeWhen actors became filmmakers: Raj Kapoor to Rakesh Roshan and their iconic directorial journeysFrom Madhavan to Kavin: Tamil cinema’s charming chocolate boy iconsChennai’s Corridor 5 Tunnelling Boost: Four TBMs Drive 5.8km Underground Stretch123Hot PicksDelhi AQI TodayCyclone DitwahWorld NewsGold rate todaySilver rate todayPublic Holidays NovemberBank Holidays NovemberTop TrendingGiannis AntetokounmpoBo BichetteED SheeranMLB Trade RumorsStefon diggsSouth Delhi SuicideBike Driver Account Udaipur EDAyesha CurryFuzzy ZoellerJammie Booker
NEW DELHI: A teenage girl in Maharashtra’s Nanded performed symbolic wedding rituals with the body of her murdered boyfriend, hours after her father and brothers were arrested for allegedly killing him over their inter-caste relationship.Police said 25-year-old Saksham Tate was attacked on Thursday evening in the Juna Ganj area after being called there by the girl’s family members. According to investigators, her brothers Himesh and Sahil Mamilwad, father Gajanan Mamilwad and three others fired at Tate and then smashed his head with a stone slab, killing him on the spot. All accused have been arrested, while a minor was sent to a correctional home. An FIR has been registered under relevant sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, the SC/ST (prevention of atrocities) Act and the Arms Act.The girl, identified as Aanchal, arrived at Tate’s home on Friday evening as preparations for the funeral were underway. Eyewitnesses said she broke down beside the body and applied haldi and kumkum in symbolic wedding rites, claiming it would make their love “immortal.” Later telling reporters that they had planned to marry soon. “They killed him brutally, but they lost. My lover won, even in death. I want my father and brothers to be hanged,” she said.Aanchal alleged her family opposed the relationship solely because Tate belonged to a Buddhist community, while her family identified as Hindu. She claimed he had been “threatened continuously” and that the family had been “plotting to eliminate him for weeks.” Relatives said turmeric was also applied to Tate’s body as part of traditional rites. Aanchal told reporters she had severed ties with her family and would now live with Tate’s mother. “I will stay with his mother for the rest of my life. They cannot separate us anymore,” she said.Senior officers said additional security has been deployed to prevent caste tensions and that the investigation is continuing, including the recovery of the weapon and recording Aanchal’s full statement.(With inputs from agencies)
