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
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Story first published: Saturday, May 26, 2007, 18:06 [IST]