'Justice for Kruthika': Father of Bengaluru doctor killed using anaesthesia pleads

Kruthika's brother-in-law, Mohan Reddy TS said that the family had spent ₹2 crore on Kruthika's wedding in May 2024.

Published on: Oct 16, 2025, 17:25:01 IST

By Shivya Kanojia

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A day after the death of Kruthika, a young medical professional, her family has demanded strict legal action against their daughter's husband, Mahender Reddy. Her father, Muni Reddy, who lodged a police complaint, said his daughter’s faith in her husband had proved fatal, Hindustan Times reported.

A 32-year-old general surgeon, Mahendra Reddy was arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Kruthika.

“Our daughter believed her marriage was built on respect and love,” he said. “But the same medical knowledge that should have healed others was used to end her life. She dedicated herself to helping people. Justice for Kruthika is justice for every woman who trusts and loves with honesty,” Muni Reddy further added.

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Financial dispute and affair motive

Kruthika's brother-in-law, Mohan Reddy TS said that the family had spent ₹2 crore on Kruthika's wedding in May 2024. “After treating Kruthika on April 23, Mahendra went off to sleep in another room at her parents' house. The next morning, she was found unresponsive... Not only did Mahendra insist that a post-mortem was unnecessary, he also wanted to cremate her body in his hometown. However, my wife refused to allow the cremation without a post-mortem,” Mohan told IE.

Accused Arrested

A 32-year-old general surgeon, Mahendra Reddy was arrested for allegedly killing his wife, Kruthika in Bengaluru. Reportedly, he administered a fatal dose of anaesthesia and passing it off as a natural death. The acussed has been booked under Section 103 (murder) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS).

Also read: How Bengaluru doctor meticulously planned, killed wife with anesthesia, less than year after marriage

Forensic findings

The forensic report from FSL has revealed a major development in the Kruthika Reddy death case. The report confirmed the presence of Propofol, a powerful anaesthetic typically used only in hospital procedures, in the victim’s body.

Traces of the same drug were also detected in medical equipment allegedly handled by her husband, Mahendra Reddy. According to investigators, Mahendra is suspected to have administered a fatal dose of the controlled substance between 21 and 23 April, while treating Kruthika at her parents’ home for what he claimed was “gastritis”.

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Shivya Kanojia
Shivya Kanojia is a journalist at Hindustan Times, where she works in the fast-paced digital news ecosystem with a strong sense of editorial judgement and a clear understanding of what makes a story both important and traffic-driven. An alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Shivya brings a thoughtful balance of news value and audience relevance to her work, ensuring stories resonate beyond the immediate headline. Over the course of her three-year journey in the digital news space, Shivya has worked across a wide range of beats, including politics, civic issues, human-interest features and trending news. This diverse exposure has shaped her ability to approach stories with nuance, adaptability and context, whether she is breaking down complex developments or spotlighting everyday narratives that often go unnoticed. She is particularly drawn to human-interest stories, interviews and explainers that offer depth and clarity, aiming to move past surface-level reporting to explore the people, emotions and circumstances behind the news. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Shivya worked with Firstpost and Times Now, where she covered a broad spectrum of topics and honed her skills in digital journalism . Outside the newsroom, Shivya enjoys discovering new cafés, drawn to good coffee, cosy spaces and unhurried conversations. Shopping is another pastime she cherishes, not always out of necessity, but often guided by instinct and the simple joy of stumbling upon unexpected finds. Above all, she treasures time spent with loved ones, finding meaning in shared laughter, simple moments and memories that linger long after.Read More

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