20-year-old from Chhattisgarh dies after allegedly told to prove love by consuming poison: Police

He was initially treated at the primary health centre in Lemru and later referred to the district hospital, where he died during treatment on October 8

Published on: Oct 12, 2025, 11:34:51 IST

By Ritesh Mishra

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Raipur: A 20-year-old man from Deopahri village in Chhattisgarh’s Korba district died of poisoning after he was allegedly asked to consume it to prove his love, police said.

Based on he complaint lodged, the police have registered a case and launched an investigation. (Representative photo)

According to the deceased’s family, Krishna Kumar Pando, who was in a relationship with a girl from Sonari village, reportedly consumed poison on September 25 after her family allegedly called him to their house and told him to do so if he truly loved her. “The man reportedly complied and later informed his family about the incident,” an officer from the Lemru police station said.

He was initially treated at the primary health centre in Lemru and later referred to the district hospital, where he died during treatment on October 8, the officer added.

Based on he complaint lodged, the police have registered a case and launched an investigation.

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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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