Chhattisgarh: Man kills two sisters-in-law over marital dispute in Raipur, held

Raipur man opens fire at in-laws’ home, kills two sisters-in-law; arrested after surrender, police probe motive linked to marital dispute

Published on: May 6, 2026, 17:10:30 IST

By Ritesh Mishra, Raipur

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A 45-year-old man was arrested for killing his two sisters-in-law on Tuesday evening over a domestic dispute with his wife in the Pandri area of Chhattisgarh’s Raipur district, police said.

Man shoots dead wife’s sisters in Raipur after dispute; arrested

Police officers said that Jitendra Verma, the murder suspect, was arrested shortly after he opened fire at Usha Pride apartment in Pandri.

According to police, Jitendra and Khileshwari got married 10 years ago. The couple had been facing marital discord for several months. Khileshwari had reportedly objected to his drinking habits.

Khileshwari had moved to her parental home with their daughter, and Verma would occasionally visit the house to meet the child.

Verma on Tuesday night allegedly reached his in-laws’ residence carrying his licensed pistol but did not find his wife or daughter. Family members told him that the mother and daughter had gone to visit relatives, following which he allegedly opened fire, police officers said.

Police said that the two sisters-in-law—Geetanjali Verma (26), who suffered a bullet injury to the forehead, and Durgeshwari Verma (24), who was shot in the back—died during treatment on Wednesday morning.

Police suspect Verma had intended to target more members of the family, but the weapon malfunctioned during the firing. Several unfired bullets were recovered from the spot.

Police said Verma, who reportedly worked as a bodyguard in Raipur and previously as a bouncer, later surrendered at the Pandri police station. The weapon used in the crime was seized.

Police said the mother-in-law is the sole eyewitness to the crime, and her statement will form a key part of the investigation.

Deputy commissioner of police (North) Mayank Gurjar said police would seek an expedited trial in the case.

“Our effort is to ensure the accused is tried in a fast-track court. We have eyewitness testimony, forensic evidence and other crucial material that will help secure conviction,” Gurjar said.

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Ritesh Mishra
Ritesh Mishra is the State Correspondent for Chhattisgarh with Hindustan Times. He reports on Maoism, internal security, politics, mining, governance, and major developments shaping the state. Based in Raipur, he has covered Chhattisgarh since 2016, reporting extensively from the Bastar region and other conflict-affected areas. With nearly two decades of experience in journalism, Ritesh has built a reputation for ground reporting from some of India's most challenging terrains. His coverage spans Left-Wing Extremism, counter-insurgency operations, elections, tribal affairs, environmental issues, infrastructure, mining, and socio-economic developments. He has reported on major security operations, policy initiatives, wildlife crime, and the changing dynamics of conflict and development in Central India. Before moving to Chhattisgarh, Ritesh spent eight years reporting from Madhya Pradesh, covering politics, administration, crime, development, and social issues. Throughout his career, he has reported on various forms of extremism in Central India, combining field reporting with in-depth analysis to produce accurate, balanced, and impactful journalism. Prior to joining Hindustan Times, Ritesh worked with The Pioneer and The Free Press Journal, where he covered a wide range of beats and honed his skills in political, investigative, and field reporting. His reporting is marked by exclusive stories, extensive fieldwork, and a commitment to factual, on-the-ground journalism that brings complex issues to a wider audience.Read More

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