The Economic Times

Three women, one track: Allegations of dowry and 'take me home' pleas that rang hollow

Three young women died in their marital homes this month amid dowry demands. Twisha Sharma, Deepika Nagar, and Palak Ranjan could not return to their families. India records an average of 16 dowry deaths daily. Legal processes face delays and low conviction rates. Experts cite societal conditioning and shame as barriers for women seeking help.