Manav Sharma, a 25-year-old IT worker, was discovered lifeless in his dwelling in Agra on February 24, only a day after getting back from Mumbai. A Senior Course of Affiliate at Tata Consultancy Companies (TCS), Sharma had a historical past of self-harm and, in a 7-minute video posted earlier than his demise, accused his spouse, Nikita Sharma, of harassment and infidelity.
A troubled marriage and a closing message
Manav and Nikita acquired married in 2024 in Agra earlier than shifting to Mumbai. In his video, Sharma alleged that his marriage had turn into insufferable and claimed Nikita wished to reside with one other man.
Breaking down, he urged society to “suppose and discuss males,” highlighting the loneliness many expertise below societal stress. He additionally referred to as for authorized safety for males, questioning the equity of the system:
“Males want safety too. If issues proceed this manner, there’ll come a time when males gained’t be left, when there might be nobody left to take the blame.”
Spouse denies allegations, cites alcohol abuse
Nikita has denied all allegations, claiming Manav had a historical past of suicide makes an attempt and struggled with alcohol dependancy. She alleged that he had assaulted her a number of occasions, however her issues had been dismissed by her household.
In his video, Manav acknowledged previous suicide makes an attempt, displaying scars on his wrist, “I’ve all the time been a quitter. I’ve tried to finish my life a number of occasions earlier than.”
Police investigation underway
Authorities confirmed they obtained a WhatsApp grievance on Thursday evening and have launched an investigation into the case.
Manav’s demise has sparked conversations on psychological well being, authorized protections for males, and the impression of troubled relationships, as his closing message continues to flow into on-line.
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