Archive · 23 Aug 2026
Uttar Pradesh Friends Consume Poison Over Marriage-Related Distress
Two close friends in Uttar Pradesh were very upset about problems involving marriage and relationships.
Police said they consumed poisonous tablets together on Friday.
Their families found them unconscious and took them to a hospital.
Kavita, who was 18, later died during treatment.
Sadhana, who was 19, survived and is recovering.
Police said Sadhana had been married against her wishes.
They also said Kavita’s family had refused to let her marry someone she loved.
The police are investigating what happened, while mental-health helplines are available for people in distress.
Two childhood friends in Bhadohi allegedly consumed celphos tablets together on Friday evening.
Eighteen-year-old Kavita died during treatment after being referred to Varanasi.
Nineteen-year-old Sadhana is recovering in hospital and is reportedly stable.
Police said Sadhana was married against her wishes two months ago, while Kavita’s family opposed her relationship.
Police recorded Sadhana’s statement before a magistrate, and further legal action is underway.
- Who
- Two childhood friends, 18-year-old Kavita and 19-year-old Sadhana, were involved.
- What
- They allegedly consumed celphos tablets together; Kavita died and Sadhana is recovering.
- When
- The incident occurred on Friday evening; Kavita died later that night.
- Where
- The incident took place in Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh; Kavita was referred to Varanasi for treatment.
- Why
- Police linked the incident to distress over marriage-related decisions and relationship problems.
- Location
- Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh
- People involved
- Kavita, 18, and Sadhana, 19
- Substance
- Celphos, a restricted and highly toxic grain fumigant
- Outcome
- Kavita died during treatment; Sadhana was reported stable
- Marriage-related circumstances
- Police said Sadhana was married against her wishes, while Kavita’s family opposed her preferred marriage
- Investigation
- Sadhana’s statement was recorded before a magistrate; further legal action is underway
- Support
- Vandrevala Foundation: 9999666555; TISS iCall: 022-25521111