In Mohammadabad, a quiet town in Uttar Pradesh’s Ghazipur district, everything seemed perfect on May 17, 2025. Villager Upendra Rajbhar married a young woman from the Kasimabad area in a grand ceremony attended by family, neighbors, and well-wishers. From the varmala (garland exchange) to the seven sacred pheras around the fire, every ritual was performed with enthusiasm and tradition.
A New Bride, A Warm Welcome
The next day, the newlywed bride arrived at her husband’s home. She was welcomed with traditional prayers and celebrations. The house was brimming with excitement, laughter, and blessings as the family embraced their newest member. Everything pointed to a happy beginning.
The Morning After: Bride Steps Out and Disappears
But what started as a fairy-tale quickly turned into a shocker. On the morning of May 19 — the day after their suhaag raat (first night) — the bride said she was going to use the toilet. Since there was no toilet inside the house, she stepped out, as is common in many rural areas. Hours passed, but she never returned.
From Missing to Eloping: The Shocking Discovery
Panic set in as the family began searching for her. Their worst fears came true when they discovered that she had eloped with another man — Rajan Rajbhar — a local from her village with whom she allegedly had a past romantic relationship.
The Lover Reappears: Bride Found with Her Ex
Tracking her down, the groom’s family reached Rajan’s house. Instead of a warm welcome or explanation, they were met with hostility. Rajan brazenly declared that the woman now belonged with him, and he refused to send her back.
From Marriage to Missing Person Report
Heartbroken and helpless, Upendra Rajbhar approached the Mohammadabad police station and filed a formal complaint. The police acted swiftly and registered a case under IPC Sections 84 and 351(3), launching an investigation into the bizarre series of events.
A Marriage Built on Lies?
The bride’s sudden disappearance the morning after the wedding suggests the marriage may have been a façade — a cover-up for a love story that never ended. The question now is: did she marry willingly, or was she coerced?
The Village in Shock: Love, Lies, and Reputation
The incident has sent shockwaves through the village, leaving families stunned and gossip mills churning. For many, the situation is not just about love or betrayal but about family honor, trust, and societal norms.
Police Probe Begins: Legal Action on the Horizon
Authorities are now investigating whether this was a planned elopement or if there was any deception or criminal intent behind the marriage. Further action will depend on what the probe reveals.
Behind the Veil: When Love Defies Tradition
This case lays bare the tensions between traditional arranged marriages and modern-day love affairs. It also raises questions about consent, freedom, and the pressure to conform to social expectations — even at the cost of personal happiness.
