Cops provoked my brother to kill Nanded woman who married dead boyfriend
Aanchal Mamidwar, 21-year-old woman who married her boyfriend’s corpse after his alleged murder by her family.
Introduction
In a shocking incident from Nanded district, Maharashtra, a 21-year-old woman named Aanchal Mamidwar, who publicly “married” the corpse of her lover, Saksham Tate, after he was allegedly murdered by her own family, has accused two policemen from Itwara Police Station of provoking her brother to kill him. This allegation has stirred widespread outrage. The dramatic and tragic case has drawn national attention as a grim example of alleged caste-based violence, police misconduct, and “honour” crime.
Timeline of Events
- Aanchal and Saksham reportedly had been in a relationship for about three years. Their families disapproved due to caste differences.
- On the morning of the murder, Aanchal’s brother, Himesh Mamidwar, allegedly took her to Itwara Police Station, purportedly to file a complaint against Saksham, which Aanchal refused.
- According to Aanchal, two police officials then incited Himesh, telling him to kill Saksham instead of filing a false case.
- That evening, around 5:30 PM, Saksham was standing with his friend in Nanded’s Old Ganj area when a fight erupted between him and Himesh. Himesh allegedly fired a bullet that pierced Saksham’s ribs, then smashed his head with a tile, killing him on the spot.
- Police subsequently arrested Himesh, his brother Sahil Mamidwar, their father Gajanan Mamidwar, and others. Over six persons have been charged under various laws including murder, rioting, the Arms Act, and the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
- On the day of Saksham’s cremation, Aanchal arrived at his home, applied turmeric to his body, put vermillion (sindoor) on her forehead—reportedly mixing it with his blood—and declared that she had “married” him, vowing to stay in his family home as his wife.
Case Details
Alleged Role of Police
- Aanchal claims that two officers at Itwara Police Station provoked her brother to kill Saksham, instead of allowing her to file a false complaint. “They told my brother: instead of making false cases, why don’t you kill him before coming to us,” she said.
- Police have so far neither confirmed nor denied the allegations. Officials state that an inquiry has been ordered, and Aanchal’s statement was recorded only after public uproar.
The Murder & Aftermath
- According to police investigations, a fight between Saksham and Himesh escalated into lethal violence. Saksham was shot and then fatally assaulted with a tile.
- The police registered a case under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, and the Indian Arms Act.
- The accused are in police custody. Meanwhile, Aanchal’s dramatic “marriage” to the corpse has sparked national outrage and intense media scrutiny.
Forensic & Legal Aspects
- Initial reports state the cause of death was a gunshot wound to the ribs followed by a blunt-force head injury using a tile—constituting a combined lethal assault.
- The dual mode of killing (shooting + blunt force) may constitute premeditated murder under BNS, along with charges under the Arms Act for illegal weapon use (tile/stone as blunt weapon).
- Given the caste context, the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act may apply, increasing the severity of charges and sentencing.
- If police complicity is proven, it could lead to charges of abetment, incitement, and severe misconduct by law enforcement officials.
Conclusion
The case of Aanchal and Saksham is a stark example of how caste prejudice, honour-based violence, and alleged institutional complicity can intersect with devastating consequences. Aanchal’s symbolic act of “marrying” the corpse—beyond personal grief—has drawn national attention to systemic issues such as caste discrimination and police accountability. As investigations continue, the pursuit of justice for Saksham’s murder and for the alleged actions of the police remains under intense public scrutiny. Aanchal’s demand for capital punishment underscores the gravity of the case and the expectations placed on the legal system.
Reference
- Deccan Herald – “Cops provoked my brother to kill Nanded woman who married dead boyfriend.”
- Hindustan Times – “Maharashtra woman who married lover’s corpse alleges police provoked brother to kill him.”
- Hindustan Times – “Our love won: Woman applies lover’s blood as sindoor after caste killing.”
- India Today – “Gujarat man shot dead; girlfriend applies vermilion before funeral in Nanded.”
- India Today – “Scheduled Caste murder: Nanded police arrest eight accused.”
