In Himachal Pradesh, Manohar Lal, a Hindu man, met with a tragic end. He had been missing since June 6, and people discovered his body in a stream near the village on June 9. Reports indicate that someone dismembered his body into eight pieces and placed them in a bag. This incident took place in the village of Bandal, located in Saluni, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh.
The “Affair”
It is believed that Manohar was in a relationship with Rukhsana, a Muslim girl, which her family strongly disapproved of. On June 6, while returning home, Manohar disappeared. His family searched for him but found no signs. Three days later, locals detected a foul smell coming from the stream and promptly informed the police. The police arrived at the scene, retrieved the bag, and uncovered the dismembered body.
Vigilance Of Hindu Organisations
The incident caught the attention of Hindu organizations, who demanded severe punishment for those responsible. The accused individuals have been charged under Section 302 of the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and other applicable sections.
Although the police have not disclosed their names, media reports identified one of them as Shabbir, who has been placed in police custody by the court. Shabbir is reported to be Rukhsana’s brother.
Whitewashing By Muslim Leaders
The victim’s mother is demanding the death penalty for the accused.
People from Hindu Jagran Manch met the family of Manohar in Chamba. Manohar was killed by Shabbir for loving his sister. His body was brutally mutilated in 7-8 pieces. pic.twitter.com/fufstfByKc
— Treeni (@_treeni) June 14, 2023
According to reports, local Muslim leaders have condemned the murder and distanced themselves from the family. They argue that the family’s actions are causing communal tensions in an otherwise peaceful area. BJP Leader Ajay Tondon, the Media Cell Head, dismissed these statements as mere attempts to cover up the situation. He added that the Muslim leaders would eventually reconcile after a few days of expressing their anger.
Another Brutal Murder Of A Hindu
The murder of Manohar Lal, a Hindu man in Himachal Pradesh, has deeply affected the community. The brutal nature of his death and the alleged involvement of individuals connected to his romantic relationship with a Muslim girl have raised concerns about communal tensions in the area. Hindu organizations are demanding justice, and the victim’s mother is calling for the harshest punishment for the accused.