Love Turned Fatal: Nanded Man Arrested For Killing Daughter’s Lover After Public Dance Together
Nanded
A shocking honour killing in Nanded: father seen dancing with daughter’s lover now arrested for his murder. Love, betrayal and caste tensions unfold.
December 1, 2025 – In a chilling case of dishonour killing in Nanded, Maharashtra, a man who was once seen dancing with his daughter’s lover has now been arrested for allegedly murdering him. The incident has exposed the fragile boundaries between social acceptance and deep-rooted caste divides that continue to influence personal relationships in several parts of India. The young victim, identified as Saksham Tate, was reportedly in a relationship with Aanchal Mamidwar, the daughter of the accused. Their relationship had faced subtle but growing resistance from the family, which ultimately took a deadly turn.
According to police reports, a few months ago, a video went viral showing the father dancing with Saksham at a family event — leading many to believe that he had accepted the relationship. However, behind this façade, tension and resentment continued to rise within the family. The acceptance was only temporary, and investigations now suggest that the accused had been harbouring anger over social image, caste differences and family pressure. Eventually, that anger escalated into a cold-blooded murder.
Police sources say that Saksham Tate was allegedly lured and attacked by the father and relatives, resulting in his death. An FIR has been registered under sections of IPC 302 (murder) and other relevant provisions. The accused was arrested after the investigation revealed inconsistencies in the family’s original statements and strong evidence was recovered by the authorities. Local reports also suggest that the victim’s family had earlier attempted to raise concerns, stating that their son had been receiving threats related to his relationship with Aanchal.
The case is now being linked to the growing list of honour killings based on caste and social status, especially involving young couples who choose their partners independently. Nanded police have now stepped up investigations, and more arrests are likely. Activists claim this case is a brutal reminder that the caste system is not just a social structure from the past — it still controls life and death decisions today.
Human rights groups have expressed concern that these incidents are no longer isolated. As urbanisation and education spread, more young individuals are choosing partners based on love rather than family arrangement. However, this clashes directly with conservative family traditions and “social reputation,” often leading to extreme reactions. Former Supreme Court rulings have clearly stated that “Adults have the right to marry or choose their partner without interference,” yet honour killings continue across several Indian states.
Psychologists suggest that public perception and societal judgement play a major role in triggering such crimes. In this case, the viral dance video might have created a temporary illusion of approval, but it was possibly a turning point that intensified pressure on the family. A senior activist from Maharashtra commented, “This is not a love story gone wrong — this is another case where love is punished and social image is protected at the cost of human life.”
The Nanded incident has now sparked demands for faster trials and stronger laws against caste-based honour killings. Legal experts believe that specific legislation, stronger protection mechanisms for couples and timely police intervention could help prevent such tragedies in the future. As India moves forward with discussions on gender equality, youth rights and societal reform, cases like this raise a painful question — Can love survive when society controls its limits?
