Freedom fighters descendants commit suicide in Uttaranchal

Hardwar, May 26 (UNI) A couple, descendants of a freedom fighter from Uttarakhand, today committed suicide by consuming a poisonous substance in front the District Magistrate's residence here.

Dharampal (50) and his wife Yogita (45) were on a fast unto death since May 21 demanding employment for the family.

Dharampal was the son of Rampal, a famous freedom fighter from Pathri.

The couple consumed sulphos and were referred to Dehra Dun in a critical condition, where they later succumbed.

UNI