Bengaluru Techie Dies By Suicide, Alleges Wife In Detailed Suicide Note; Netizens Demand Justice With #MenToo

Atul Subhash Dies By Suicide After Years Of 'Harassment' By Wife

Atul Subhash, a Bengaluru-based techie, stirred shockwaves with a post on X (formerly Twitter) claiming that a ‘legal genocide of men is happening in India.’ In a desperate appeal, he tagged US President Donald Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk, declaring his loss of faith in India's judiciary. His post included the chilling line, "I will be dead when you read this."

In his 24-page suicide note, Atul stated, "I am writing this suicide note in sound disposing mind. I am committing suicide today due to the explicit instigation for suicide, harassment, extortion, and corruption of individuals," naming five people, including his wife, in-laws, and Principal Family Court Judge (UP) Rita Kaushik.

As per Zee News, preliminary investigations revealed marital discord, with a case filed against him by his wife in Uttar Pradesh. Before taking his life, Atul emailed his note to several people, shared it in a WhatsApp group of an NGO he was associated with, and displayed a sign at his residence that read “Justice is due.” He also recorded a video, reiterating his claims of systemic bias against men, saying, "A legal genocide of men is happening in India currently."

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Why is #JusticeForAtulSubhash And #MenToo Trending?

Atul Subhash, who tragically ended his life in his Bengaluru apartment, revealed in a video recorded before his death that his wife had filed multiple cases against him, which he claimed drove him to take this extreme step.

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"My wife has registered nine cases against me, six in the lower court and three in the high court," Subhash stated in the video, expressing the emotional and legal toll these cases had taken on him. He held the ongoing legal battles as a significant factor behind his decision to end his life.

This part of our legal system needs a complete overhaul. So many innocent men and their families are being tortured. Imagine what #AtulSubhash must be going through during his last moments.#JusticeForAtulSubhash pic.twitter.com/y0WTsQMOfB

— Pranav Mahajan (@pranavmahajan) December 10, 2024

Following the viral video of Atul Subhash, hundreds of netizens took to X (formerly Twitter), flooding the platform with posts under hashtags like #MenToo and #JusticeForAtulSubhash, demanding justice for the deceased techie. One user wrote on Twitter, “It’s a crime to be a man in India,” highlighting the perceived gender biases in the system.

Another post on Twitter drew attention to the broader issue, stating that Atul’s tragic story is one among many unheard cases in the country, adding, “Honestly, our justice system is so broken.”

Atul Subhash's case is just one of many in India. Countless similar stories remain unheard. Honestly, our justice system is so broken.#MenToo #JusticeIsDue #JusticeForAtulSubhash | Nikita Singhania | Rita Kaushik pic.twitter.com/MO8FLKo4KO

— Mr Telugite (@soulful3270) December 10, 2024

Pranav Mahajan, another user, expressed anguish over the situation, writing, "This part of our legal system needs a complete overhaul. So many innocent men and their families are being tortured. Imagine what #AtulSubhash must have been going through during his last moments. #JusticeForAtulSubhash."

This tragic incident underscores the devastating impact of unresolved marital conflicts and unaddressed mental health struggles. It sheds light on the emotional toll that strained relationships and systemic challenges can have on individuals, emphasising the urgent need for stronger mental health support systems, and a more balanced approach to addressing gender-specific grievances in legal disputes.

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