19-Year-Old Teacher from Rajasthan Marries Against Family Wishes, Faces Threats
Summary: In a shocking incident from Churu, Rajasthan, a 19-year-old school teacher, Anita Sihag, chose to marry a man of her choice, defying her family’s traditional customs, and now faces serious threats to her life.
Details of the Incident: Anita Sihag, a 19-year-old teacher from the Ratanगढ़ area in Churu, Rajasthan, recently entered into a love marriage with Rahul Kumar Dangi, a 25-year-old graduate from Jhunjhunu district. Their love story began at a family wedding a year ago, and the couple married in Gaziabad on December 17, 2024. However, this decision caused a stir within Anita’s family, especially as her parents were planning to marry her off according to the traditional "Aata-Sata" custom, which she did not approve of.
Anita’s father, who lives abroad, had been preparing for an arranged marriage and planned to finalize her marriage in January 2025. Upon learning of this, Anita decided to escape the pressure and eloped with Rahul, getting married on December 16, 2024.
Threats and Fears for Life: After their marriage, Anita's family filed a missing persons report with the local police. She and her husband have since received death threats from her family, including her 11 brothers. Fearing for their safety, the couple approached the SP office seeking protection. Anita's family is reportedly angry over her decision to marry without following the traditional customs.
Anita has been vocal about her rejection of the Aata-Sata tradition and has taken a bold step to marry her choice of partner despite the risks involved. However, the couple continues to live in fear, with threats of violence looming over them. The police have initiated an investigation, and the situation remains tense.
