Lucknow: Husband Accused of Planning Third Marriage, Ignores Daughter and Faces FIR from Second Wife

In a disturbing case from the PGI area of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, a woman named Shalu has filed a police complaint against her husband, Ashutosh, and his family, alleging emotional and physical abuse along with dowry harassment. According to the FIR, Ashutosh married Shalu after divorcing his first wife and is now preparing to marry a third woman, allegedly ignoring his daughter from the current marriage.

Key Allegations

  • Dowry Harassment:
    Shalu claims she faced harassment and violence from her husband and in-laws due to unmet dowry demands after their marriage on June 24, 2012.

  • Repeated Marriages:
    Ashutosh is accused of marrying Shalu solely for dowry after divorcing his first wife, and is now reportedly planning to marry again as the dowry demand remains unfulfilled.

  • Neglect and Threats:
    Despite having a daughter with Shalu, Ashutosh is said to be indifferent to her and is currently involved with another woman, who also allegedly threatened and assaulted Shalu with his support.

  • Formal Complaint:
    Shalu has lodged an FIR against Ashutosh, his parents Sushila and Shyamveer, and several in-laws, alleging abuse, violence, and dowry-related crimes.

Police Action

The PGI police have confirmed receipt of the complaint and stated that an inquiry is underway, promising necessary legal action against the accused.