A shocking development in Maharashtra: The grieving family of policewoman Ashwini Bidre has formally requested euthanasia from President Droupadi Murmu and Chief Justice DY Chandrachud’s successor, citing endless injustice a decade after her murder.
Despite judicial confirmation of murder, Kolhapur officials withhold the official death certificate. This stalls critical entitlements like service benefits and blocks access to bank savings. The family’s ordeal exemplifies how red tape can devastate lives.
Raju Gore, Bidre’s husband, laid bare the injustices. ‘Court ruled it homicide a year ago—no death certificate yet,’ he told reporters. ‘We asked Navi Mumbai police repeatedly. Government perks post-death? Non-existent. Can’t even touch our bank locker funds.’
‘Departments ignored us completely,’ Gore continued. ‘Hence, our letters to the President and Chief Justice seeking euthanasia approval. Approve our wish to die.’
Known for her integrity and diligence, Bidre’s demise ignited fury across Maharashtra, exposing police corruption, power abuses, and shoddy probes. Her story remains a stark reminder of risks honest officers face.
This plea raises alarms on systemic delays harming families of fallen personnel. It calls for streamlined processes, empathetic administration, and zero tolerance for corruption. As the family awaits response, the nation watches if justice will prevail or if despair wins.