Bengaluru, October 13: A 45-year-old man, a resident of Bidaluru village near Bengaluru, Karnataka, was arrested on Thursday, October 12, for allegedly killing his 20-year-old daughter, Kavana, following a dispute over her relationship with a boy from another caste. According to multiple reports, the accused, identified as Manjunath, attacked Kavana in her sleep, slashing her throat with a knife following a heated argument. Manjunath had reportedly opposed Kavana's relationship, leading to conflict within the family.

The police revealed that Kavana's refusal to end her relationship with the boy and her younger sister's similar romantic involvement aggravated the situation, leading to an intense family confrontation. Manjunath, who belonged to the Scheduled Tribe Naik community and worked at a chicken shop, was purportedly upset by gossip in the village regarding his family's affairs, which seemingly contributed to his extreme actions. Karnataka Police Personnel Attacked Video: Constable Who Went To Stop Fight Brutally Assaulted With Machetes In Holenarasipura.

The family dynamics were further complicated when Manjunath arranged his youngest daughter, Keerthana's marriage against her will to Kavana's fiance after Kavana broke their engagement, resulting in her seeking help from an NGO to avoid going to her husband's house. Following this incident, a confrontation ensued between Manjunath and Kavana, leading to the tragic event. Karnataka Shocker: Man Dials 112 Emergency Number, Sends Cops Into Search for His Missing Footwear in Mangaluru.

Following the murder of his daughter Kavana, Manjunath reached Vishwanathapura police station the following morning and surrendered to the police, subsequently confessing his crime. The incident has highlighted the impact of societal pressures and inter-caste relationships, shedding light on the challenges faced by individuals in conservative communities. The accused has been charged with murder and is scheduled to appear before a magistrate for further legal proceedings.

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