Atul Subhash suicide case: Bengaluru Police update Supreme Court on grandson’s custody

In a significant development in the Atul Subhash suicide case, Bengaluru police have informed the Supreme Court that Subhash’s 4.5-year-old son is currently enrolled in a school in Faridabad. The revelation comes after Subhash’s parents filed a habeas corpus petition seeking custody of their grandson. The police have confirmed that this information will also be presented before the trial court as the case proceeds.

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The case has garnered widespread attention following Subhash’s death by suicide, accompanied by a 24-page note detailing alleged harassment by his wife and in-laws. The note has sparked a national conversation about the struggles faced by husbands, with some pointing to systemic biases in family disputes. Subhash’s accusations also implicated the judiciary, adding to the controversy.

In their response, the police have opposed bail for Subhash’s wife, citing the ongoing custody issue and the allegations of harassment mentioned in his note. The case continues to highlight the emotional and legal challenges faced in domestic conflict scenarios, with many observers calling for greater gender sensitivity and judicial reform.

As the case unfolds, the custody of Subhash’s young son and the handling of the allegations remain central to the legal proceedings and public discourse.