Dowry Death Horror: Husband and In-Laws Arrested After Nikki Bhati’s Brutal Murder❌

Greater Noida Dowry Death Case: The Nikki Bhati Tragedy πŸ’”

A shocking case of dowry-related violence has shaken Greater Noida, where 26-year-old Nikki Bhati died after being allegedly set ablaze by her husband, Vipin Bhati, and his family on August 21 in Sirsa village.

The Incident πŸ”₯

Nikki, married to Vipin since 2016 and mother to a six-year-old son, was allegedly assaulted, doused with a flammable substance, and set on fire in her matrimonial home.

  • πŸ“Ή Video 1: A man and a woman are seen dragging Nikki by her hair.
  • πŸ“Ή Video 2: A severely burnt Nikki stumbles down the stairs before collapsing.

She was rushed from Fortis Hospital in Greater Noida to Safdarjung Hospital in Delhi, but succumbed to her injuries en route.

πŸ‘¦ Her son told police: “They poured something on my mother, slapped her, and set her on fire with a lighter.”

Sister’s Testimony πŸ‘­

Nikki’s elder sister, Kanchan—who is married into the same family—recorded one of the videos and accused Vipin and his relatives of torture and dowry harassment.

  • πŸ’° Alleged demand of ₹36 lakh in dowry, despite earlier gifts of a Scorpio SUV, a motorcycle, and jewellery.
  • πŸ—£️ Kanchan: “They beat us, demanded money, and wanted Nikki gone so that Vipin could remarry. When I tried to intervene, I was also assaulted and left unconscious.”

Arrests and Police Action πŸš”

  • πŸ“† August 24: Vipin Bhati was arrested.
  • πŸ₯ During a medical check-up the next day, he tried to flee; police shot him in the leg and recaptured him.
  • πŸ‘₯ His mother-in-law, father-in-law, and brother Rohit (married to Kanchan) were also arrested.
  • ⛓️ All four are in judicial custody for 14 days.
  • πŸ‘©‍⚖️ The National Commission for Women (NCW) took suo motu notice, seeking swift investigation and protection for Nikki’s family.

Vipin’s Statements πŸ—¨️

  • ❌ He denied murder charges: “I did not kill her. She died on her own. Husband and wife often fight, that is normal.”
  • πŸ“ On social media before arrest: “Why did you leave me? The world is calling me a killer. I am ruined.”

Family’s Allegations 🧾

Nikki’s father, Bhikahri Singh, said his daughters faced constant harassment since marriage:

  • πŸš— Demands for a Scorpio, then a Bullet motorcycle—both given—followed by a demand for ₹36 lakh.
  • πŸ’Ό Allegations that Vipin had no work, took money from Nikki’s beauty parlour, and opposed her plan to reopen it.

Social Media and Reels Dispute πŸ“±

  • πŸͺ Neighbours reported frequent fights over Nikki and Kanchan’s beauty parlour and Instagram reels.
  • 🚫 Vipin allegedly opposed their business and online presence, claiming women in their family could not run businesses or post online.
  • πŸ›‘ A panchayat in March 2024 reportedly banned the sisters from making reels; they resumed later, sparking fresh quarrels.

Conflicting Evidence 🧩

  • πŸ₯ A hospital memo initially mentioned severe burns from a gas cylinder blast.
  • πŸŽ₯ CCTV footage allegedly shows Vipin fleeing near the house around the time of the incident.

Police said both pieces of evidence are under investigation.

Funeral Controversy ⚰️

While Nikki’s family accused all in-laws of fleeing, videos from her funeral showed her father-in-law present and even lighting her pyre. Hours later, an FIR was filed against him, Vipin, Rohit, and Nikki’s mother-in-law.

Current Status πŸ“Œ

  • πŸ”’ Under arrest: Vipin, Rohit, Daya (mother-in-law), and Satveer (father-in-law).
  • πŸ•΅️ Police are probing dowry harassment, domestic violence, social media disputes, and financial demands as potential motives.
  • πŸ‘©‍⚖️ The NCW has sought strict action; Nikki’s family continues to demand justice. ✊

Wider Context: Dowry Deaths in India πŸ“Š

According to NCRB data, India records an average of ~7,000 dowry deaths annually (2017–2022), underscoring the continuing prevalence of such cases.

If You Need Help 🚨

If you or someone you know is facing domestic violence or dowry harassment, please reach out to local authorities, women’s helplines, or trusted NGOs. Speaking up can save lives. πŸ’œ


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