In a dramatic turn of events, Vipin Bhati, the main accused in the dowry death of his wife Nikki Bhati, was shot in the leg by police in Greater Noida just hours after the victim’s father publicly demanded a police encounter. Nikki, a 28-year-old woman, was allegedly set on fire by her husband over persistent dowry demands, a tragedy that has shocked the nation and reignited debates around gender-based violence in India.
Earlier that day, Nikki’s grieving father told reporters that the accused “should be shot in an encounter” for his heinous act. Hours later, police reported that during a recovery operation to locate evidence — believed to be a container of accelerant used in the attack — Vipin attempted to escape custody near the Sirsa roundabout. He allegedly tried to snatch a pistol from a police officer, prompting a retaliatory shot.
Vipin was taken to a local hospital and is now in custody with a leg injury. Police have vowed a thorough investigation and assured the family that all responsible will be brought to justice. Meanwhile, Nikki’s death continues to spark outrage, with activists demanding stronger laws and quicker trials for dowry-related crimes.
