Protest In Asifabad Collectorate Against Honour Killing

According to police, Shravani, 21, and Shekhar fell in love and got married against the wishes of Shekhar’s parents at a temple in Bellampalli on October 9, 2024. Shekhar belongs to the Bestha community, while Shravani was from the Pardhan tribal community.

On October 18, 2025, Shravani, who was nine months pregnant, was brutally hacked to death with an axe by her father-in-law, Sathaiah, when she was alone at home. Shravani’s father, Chennaiah, alleged that Shekhar may have also been involved in the conspiracy to kill her. He demanded strict action against Sathaiah, Shivarla Kumar, and Kavitha, and sought the registration of a case under the SC/ST (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. He further claimed that the murder was premeditated and aimed at preventing the birth of the child.

The victim’s family urged the collector and police superintendent to visit their village, conduct a thorough investigation, and ensure stern punishment for the accused.

Leaders of the Telangana Girijana Sangham, CPM, AIDWA, and Adivasi Gondwana Koya Sangham also met district officials, demanding that the government set up a fast-track court for the trial, provide ₹25 lakh compensation, and allot five acres of land to the victim’s family.