'She took it as a joke': Gujarat man strangles daughter over inter-caste relationship

A father named Kaushal Patel allegedly strangled his daughter Saniya after confronting her about her relationship. Following the murder, he attempted to cover it up by claiming she died by suicide. Medical professionals found signs of foul play and initiated a forensic examination of Saniya's body. Subsequently, Kaushal confessed to the crime during police questioning and was arrested. The incident highlights ongoing issues related to inter-caste relationships in the region.