In a tragic incident in Bahawalnagar, Punjab, a woman named Shumaila Bibi was tortured to death by her husband and in-laws after giving birth to a daughter. The incident occurred in the Khadam area. Shumaila, a resident of Kot Radha Kishan, had married Nauman from Khadam Abad Colony, Bahawalnagar, of her own will. The couple had two sons and four daughters. However, Shumaila faced relentless abuse from her husband and in-laws for not bringing dowry and for having daughters instead of sons.
After receiving a complaint from Shumaila’s brother, the police registered a case at the City B Division Police Station and arrested her husband. The victim’s body has been sent to the District Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
Numerous recent cases of violence against women have emerged, raising serious questions about inhuman behavior. While some stories highlight incredible resilience and bravery, others are simply appalling.
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In a similar case in Rahim Yar Khan, Punjab, a man named Fayyaz Ahmed divorced his wife, Amna Bibi, after she gave birth to five daughters over fifteen years of marriage. Fayyaz stopped providing for his daughters after the divorce, leading to severe hardship for the family. Amna, showing remarkable resilience, started a Biryani stall to support her children.
Another disturbing case in Kot Lakhpat, Lahore, involved a father-in-law who was arrested for attempting to sexually assault and harass his daughter-in-law, Koosar Bibi, while her husband was absent.
In Narowal, Punjab, a woman was tortured by her in-laws for not bearing a son. They forced her to drink poison and left her in a critical condition outside her parents’ home. A case has been filed against her husband, father-in-law, and three others based on her mother’s complaint.
In Madhya Pradesh, India, a man orchestrated his wife’s murder due to her excessive spending. He paid Rs 2.5 lakh to his associates to carry out the crime, which was initially thought to be a road accident but was uncovered by police ten days later.
In Karachi, a 12-year-old girl was found raped and murdered, her body discovered in a garbage dump in the Saddar area. The initial post-mortem report confirmed sexual abuse, though the exact cause of death is still pending further investigation.
Women, in every role they embody—be it as daughters, wives, daughters-in-law, or sisters—often endure horrific sexual and physical violence and torture. This relentless cycle of abuse strips away their dignity and humanity, leaving deep scars that often go unseen. It is heartbreaking to witness the strength these women display in the face of such adversity, yet it raises a profound question: when will this suffering end? When will society awaken to the urgent need for change and foster an environment where women are treated with the respect and dignity they deserve? The time for transformation is long overdue, and it is essential that we collectively strive for a world where every woman can live free from fear and violence, embracing her rightful place in society with pride and honor.
