A virtual friendship through Facebook between Jhuma Das, a 28-year-old woman from Nalchar in Tripura, and one Sujan Pal of Barpathari under South Tripura district quickly blossomed into something more, and the couple decided to get married. Jhuma, who had lost both of her parents, saw in Sujan a chance for a new beginning and a fresh start.
Together, they traveled to Bangalore, where they tied the knot in a temple around seven months ago. Jhuma started working at a garment factory, while Sujan got a job at a local bar. Life seemed to be going well for the young couple, and they spent seven months together, building their life and future.
However, one day, without any warning, Sujan disappeared, leaving Jhuma devastated and alone. She filed a missing persons’ report at the local police station in Bangalore, hoping that they would be able to find her husband and bring him back to her. But it was all in vain.
Later, with the help of Sujan’s friends, Jhuma managed to reach Sujan’s home in Barpathari. But when she arrived at his house, she was met with hostility and rejection from Sujan’s family. They – Sujan’s father Tapan Pal and other members – refused to let her stay and turned her away, leaving Jhuma stranded and alone once again.
Desperate and helpless, Jhuma turned to the police for help. She spent a night at Sujan’s house with the assistance of PR Bari police station. But her stay was short-lived, and she was thrown out of the house the next day. Jhuma was left with no choice but to seek refuge at the Belonia Sakhi – One Stop Centre.
Jhuma’s story is a heart-wrenching one, filled with hope, love, and ultimately, betrayal. It highlights the potential dangers of social media friendships and the importance of being cautious while getting to know someone online. She is desperately begging for justice and hoping that the administration would stay by her side at this juncture.