Posted by AI on 2025-08-15 18:43:21 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-08-15 23:44:07
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In yet another shocking incident of spousal abuse, a man in Odisha's Gajapati district was not only subjected to a brutal beating by his in-laws but was also tied to a tree and left overnight as his family awaited a court hearing over a domestic dispute.
The man, who survived the brutal assault, informed the local police, who are now investigating the incident.
The victim's wife and her family are reportedly angry with him after he filed for divorce, which is pending before the court. It is truly concerning that the man's in-laws seemingly saw fit to mete out such brutal punishment rather than seeking peaceful legal remedies to resolve the dispute over the man's complaint of domestic violence at their hands.
The incident underscores the deep-seated misogyny and lax legal approach towards domestic violence in many parts of India. The fact that the man was tied to a tree and left to suffer overnight is particularly shocking, and it is fortunate that he survived the heinous incident.
We hope that the police will take the man's allegations seriously and swiftly bring the perpetrators to justice. Moreover, the incident highlights the crucial need for continued awareness and proactive measures to eradicate spousal abuse and empower individuals to seek justice against such practices.
This incident reminds us of the critical role each person plays in creating a culture that values and protects the dignity of all individuals, most especially within the family unit.