Atul Subhash, a 34-year-old software engineer, was found dead in his Bengaluru apartment on Monday. According to police reports, Atul died by suicide, leaving behind a detailed 24-page note and an 80-minute video outlining the harassment he allegedly endured. The incident has reignited debates on whether Indian laws are biased against men.
Atul’s death has sent shockwaves not only in Bengaluru but also in Jaunpur, Uttar Pradesh, the hometown of his in-laws. While his wife, Nikita Singhania, and her immediate family have remained silent, her paternal uncle, Vinod Singhania, expressed the family’s grief in an interview with News18.
Vinod Singhania shared the family’s deep sadness over the tragedy, highlighting the pain of losing someone so young. He explained that Nikita’s father, Manoj Singhania, passed away five years ago and had been estranged from his brothers for many years. Manoj had left the family’s ancestral home to live independently, maintaining minimal contact with his siblings.
Vinod also disclosed that the family had not attended Nikita’s wedding to Atul, as they were neither invited nor informed directly. They learned of the marriage through others.
According to Atul’s 24-page note, he accused his estranged wife and her family of harassment, leading to his tragic decision. The allegations have fueled social media discussions, with many users rallying for justice for Atul.
Atul’s brother, Bikas Kumar, has filed a case at the Marathahalli police station against four individuals, including Nikita Singhania. The charges include abetment of suicide (Section 108) and criminal acts carried out with common intent (Section 3(5)) under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).
The case continues to draw attention, with many calling for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding Atul Subhash’s death.