Tragic story of despair in Bhadohi

In a heartbreaking incident in Uttar Pradesh’s Bhadohi district, a man allegedly poisoned his twin daughters before committing suicide after his wife abandoned him, police said.

The incident took place in Ugapur area when Omprakash Yadav, 27, allegedly mixed poison in milk for his daughters, Aashi and Priyashi, according to Station House Officer Ajit Kumar Srivastava.

Yadav, who was struggling with serious mental health issues, had earlier reported his wife, Sangam Yadav, missing. He initially attempted suicide at home, but was later found dead 500 meters away. The twins’ bodies were discovered at his home, prompting a police investigation.

(With input from agencies.)