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NCW Demands Swift Probe into Death of NCP Leader’s Daughter-in-Law

Police suspect suicide in Vaishnavi Hagawane's death as allegations of dowry harassment prompt arrests and a search for the missing Rajendra Hagawane.

Taking immediate and serious action, NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar has written to Maharashtra’s director general of Police, Rashmi Shukla. (REPRESENTATIVE PIC)
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Overview

  • Vaishnavi Hagawane, daughter-in-law of NCP leader Rajendra Hagawane, was found dead at her Pune residence on May 16, with authorities suspecting suicide.
  • Her father has accused the Hagawane family of torturing her over dowry demands, including gold and a luxury car, leading to an FIR and arrests.
  • Police have arrested Vaishnavi’s husband, mother-in-law, and sister-in-law, while Rajendra Hagawane remains missing and is actively being sought by authorities.
  • The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken suo motu cognizance, urging a fair, time-bound investigation and demanding a detailed report within three days.
  • NCW chairperson Vijaya Rahatkar emphasized that no one should evade accountability due to political influence and called for immediate action if allegations are substantiated.