Bride elopes with lover two days after wedding in Odisha’s Boudh; caught by police

A newlywed bride from Mursingh village under Deogaon Police Station in Odisha's Bolangir district allegedly ran away with her lover just two days after her wedding, prompting police action in Kantamal Police Station. The couple was later traced and taken into custody following a formal complaint filed by the husband.

The incident reportedly occurred in the Boudh district, where the bride had married Tilu Bhoi of Mursingh village on February 22 according to Vedic rituals. Despite the traditional wedding, she allegedly eloped with her lover, Subash Chandra Sahu of Kantamal, just two days later.

Bride Flees With Lover

According to official sources, Tilu Bhoi lodged a written complaint at Deogaon Police Station after learning about his wife’s elopement. The complaint detailed the circumstances and sought police intervention to locate and apprehend the couple.

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Police Apprehend the Couple

Acting on the complaint, the Kantamal police apprehended the couple. After questioning, both the bride and her lover were handed over to Deogaon police for further investigation. Authorities confirmed that legal proceedings are underway in connection with the case.

The incident has drawn attention in the local community, raising discussions about elopement and the role of timely police intervention in such matters. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure appropriate legal action is taken.