Parents Arrested for Honor Killing of 17-Year-Old Daughter in Madhya Pradesh: A Tragic Case of Caste Violence

Oct 02, 2025 03:59 pm CST

In a shocking case from Madhya Pradesh's Chambal-Gwalior region, parents Bharat Sikarwar and his wife have been arrested for the alleged honor killing of their 17-year-old daughter Divya. The Class 12 student was reportedly shot dead at home on September 23, with her body later found in the Kunwari River. Police believe the murder was motivated by the victim's relationship with someone from a disadvantaged caste, highlighting the persistent issue of caste-based violence in India.