Two Sisters Die By Suicide In Rajasthan Amid Gang-Rape, Blackmail Allegations

A shocking case from rural Jodhpur in Rajasthan has sparked widespread outrage after two sisters died by suicide within two months, allegedly after enduring years of sexual assault, blackmail and repeated threats from a group of accused men.

The first victim died by suicide on March 20 after allegedly being gang-raped and extorted for nearly four years. According to a police complaint later filed by her younger sister, the ordeal began when Mahipal, an e-Mitra service centre operator, secretly recorded obscene videos of the woman and used them to blackmail her.

The complaint named eight accused, including Mahipal, Shivraj, Gopal, Vijaram, Dinesh, Manoj and Pukhraj, alleging that the men sexually assaulted the woman and repeatedly threatened her. The family alleged that despite an FIR being registered, no meaningful police action was taken for weeks.

The younger sister, who had been pursuing justice after her sibling's death, later alleged that the accused also targeted her. She claimed they threatened to circulate her sister's videos publicly and sexually assaulted her as well.

Frustrated over the alleged inaction, the woman climbed a water tank on Friday demanding immediate arrests. During the protest, she consumed poison and later died while being taken to hospital.

The deaths have triggered massive protests in the region, especially within the Rajput community. Demonstrators gathered outside the MDM Hospital in Jodhpur, accusing the police of negligence and attempting to shield the accused.

The victims' father has demanded an impartial investigation and strict punishment for all those involved. Community leaders have also sought action against police personnel accused of failing to act despite repeated complaints and warnings from the victims.

Jodhpur police said two accused, including Mahipal, have been detained while others are being questioned. Authorities have also announced a departmental inquiry into the conduct of concerned officials.

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