In a harrowing incident of honor-based violence, a five-month pregnant woman survived being beaten and thrown into a canal by her own family. The attack follows a long-standing feud over her inter-caste marriage despite High Court protection.
- A 22-year-old pregnant woman was abducted, beaten, and thrown into the Rajasthan Feeder Canal.
- The attack was allegedly carried out by her father and brother due to her marriage to a Dalit man.
- Six family members have been booked for attempted murder and abduction.
- This is the third such 'honor' crime in the region within two months.
In a chilling display of familial brutality, Amanpreet Kaur, a 22-year-old woman who is five months pregnant, narrowly escaped death after being targeted by her own father and brother. The victim was subjected to a night of relentless torture before being thrown into a canal in the Sri Muktsar Sahib district of Punjab, in an attempt to silence her forever.
The roots of this violence lie in a deep-seated caste conflict. Amanpreet, belonging to the Jat Sikh community, married Satnam Singh, a Dalit man, approximately three years ago. The union was vehemently opposed by her family, leading the couple to seek protection from the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Despite the judicial mandate for their safety, the couple faced continuous threats, which culminated in the violent assault on September 6.
According to the police statement, the horror began when the victim's father, brother, and cousins attacked Satnam Singh and his family using sharp-edged weapons. Amanpreet was subsequently abducted and beaten throughout the night. Her attackers allegedly tried to coerce her into signing a written statement against her husband—a demand she courageously refused.
Why This Matters
BozokMedia analysis shows that this incident is not an isolated act of domestic violence but part of a systemic pattern of 'honor killings' and caste-based hatred in the region. The fact that the couple had High Court protection highlights a dangerous gap between judicial orders and ground-level enforcement, where local power dynamics—including alleged support from village Sarpanchs—often override the law of the land.
The failure to protect couples with High Court orders suggests a breakdown in the administrative machinery and a persistent social acceptance of caste-based vigilantism.
In a desperate bid for survival, Amanpreet remained submerged in the water long enough to convince her attackers that she had drowned. Once they left the scene, she managed to swim to the bank and call for help. She is currently receiving medical treatment at a hospital in Lambi.
The local authorities, led by SSP Abhimanyu Rana, have confirmed the registration of an FIR against six family members. The charges include attempted murder, abduction, and unlawful entry. However, the husband, Satnam Singh, has alleged that the police have ignored the injuries sustained by his own family members during the initial sword attack.
| Recent Honor Crimes | Victim/Target | Outcome | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 21 | Mehakpreet Kaur | Deceased (Stabbed) | Faridkot |
| August 30 | Jagjit Singh | Deceased (Stabbed) | Tarn Taran |
| September 7 | Amanpreet Kaur | Survived | Sri Muktsar Sahib |
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why did the family attack Amanpreet Kaur?
The family was opposed to her marriage to Satnam Singh because he belongs to the Dalit community, while she is from the Jat Sikh community.
2. What legal actions have been taken so far?
The police have booked six people, including the father and brother, under charges of attempted murder and abduction.
