Bareilly Man Attempts Suicide on Karwa Chauth
A Bareilly man was hospitalised in critical condition after consuming poison on Karwa Chauth, mourning his wife who died two years ago.
In a heartbreaking incident that highlights the depths of grief and loss, a Bareilly man suicide attempt occurred on the occasion of Karwa Chauth, leaving the community in shock. A resident of Chahbai Mohalla, identified as Suraj, was rushed to the district hospital in critical condition after consuming poison.
A Heartbreaking Memory
The incident took place within the jurisdiction of the Qila police station. According to reports, Suraj was overwhelmed by the memory of his wife, who had passed away two years ago following a sudden heart attack. The emotional weight of the festival, traditionally celebrated by couples, reportedly triggered a severe mental health crisis, leading him to take this drastic step.
A Pattern of Tragedy in Bareilly
This is not the first time the city of Bareilly has witnessed such severe emotional distress linked to the Karwa Chauth festival. The tragedy serves as a grim reminder of how anniversaries and festivals can exacerbate the pain of bereavement.
Similar incidents have been recorded in the past:
- October 2021: A 28-year-old man named Vinod Kumar from Mathurapur, under the C.B. Ganj police station area, attempted to end his life by jumping in front of a train. Like Suraj, Vinod had lost his wife, Pooja, two years prior and was struggling with the loss.
Other Local Tragedies
Beyond the specific distress linked to Karwa Chauth, Bareilly has seen other instances of poison consumption driven by personal turmoil. In a separate case from October 2026, a couple from Shahjahanpur reportedly ingested poison at Gandhi Udyan. Their decision was allegedly driven by the fact that their families did not accept their marriage.
Suraj remains under medical supervision as doctors fight to stabilize his condition.