Father arrested for daughter's death over inter-caste relationship in Gujarat

Authorities in Gujarat have arrested a man on suspicion of murdering his 21-year-old daughter over her romantic relationship with someone from a different caste community. The incident occurred in Anand district on Diwali night. The victim, Sanya Patel, was allegedly strangled by her father, Kaushalkumar Patel, who reportedly objected to her relationship with a youth from another caste. Initial circumstances suggested the death was natural, but a post-mortem examination revealed evidence of homicide. Police took the father into custody following the findings. The case has drawn attention to ongoing concerns about caste-based violence and family conflicts over inter-caste relationships in parts of India. Investigators are continuing their examination of the circumstances surrounding the death.