Woman files domestic abuse complaint against husband, in-laws in Ahmedabad

In a distressing case of domestic violence, a woman from Ahmedabad has filed a complaint against her husband and in-laws, alleging persistent physical and mental abuse over the past six months. The complaint, registered at Vejalpur police station, accuses her husband, Iqbal Alimahmand Maniyar, and her sister-in-law, Reshma Maniyar, of subjecting her to repeated harassment and assault.

As per the complaint, the woman — identified as Reshma w/o Iqbal Maniyar has been facing verbal abuse, beatings, and continuous mental harassment since her marriage. She resides with her husband and three children at Amin Duplex in the Fatewadi area. The complainant works at Bharat Benz in Moraiya, while her husband is employed as a retail labourer.

Initially, her marital life was peaceful, but things took a turn when she suspected her husband of having an extramarital affair with her sister-in-law, Reshma, wife of Shahrukh Maniyar. She alleges that her husband’s behaviour towards her deteriorated under the influence of his sister-in-law, leading to frequent fights and physical violence.

The woman stated that she had informed her father about the abuse, but he advised her to endure it for the sake of her children. However, matters escalated when her husband served her a legal notice a month ago, signalling his intention to end their marriage. She claims that despite not responding to the notice, her husband left their home to live with his alleged partner.

The breaking point came on March 12, around noon, when she visited her husband's residence to ask for financial support during the holy month of Ramzan. The complainant alleges that her sister-in-law Reshma Maniyar instigated a confrontation, leading to a violent altercation in which her husband also assaulted her.

Following the incident, she approached the Vejalpur police station and filed a formal complaint under relevant sections of the law. Authorities have registered an FIR and further legal action will be determined based on the findings of the ongoing inquiry.