Isolated, monitored on CCTV: 26-year-old woman dies by suicide over dowry harassment; doctor husband, in-laws held

A tragic story from India highlights the devastating impact of dowry harassment and extreme surveillance on a 26-year-old woman named Vishakha, who took her own life after enduring relentless abuse from her in-laws. They not only demanded a substantial dowry but also kept her under constant CCTV monitoring and isolated her, suspecting her character. Her husband, a doctor, and his family have been arrested, underscoring the urgent need to address the systemic issues of dowry demands and the culture of surveillance in marriages. This case sheds light on the often-hidden horrors faced by many women in similar situations.