#MenToo Trends After Engineer’s Suicide: Social Media Outrage, Kangana’s Bold Comment
The tragic suicide of AI engineer Atul Subhash in Bengaluru has ignited the #MenToo and #JusticeForAtulSubhash movements across social media, sparking widespread outrage. FIRs have been filed against four individuals: Atul’s wife Nikita Singhania, her mother Nisha Singhania, brother Anurag Singhania, and uncle-in-law Sushil Singhania.
FIR Details and Atul’s Final Statement
Atul’s brother, Vikas Kumar, lodged a complaint at Marathahalli Police Station. Based on his statement, a case was registered under IPC Section 108 (abetment of suicide) and Section 3(5) (group accountability involving more than two people). In a 1-hour 20-minute video, Atul detailed his ordeal and requested that if those responsible for his suffering were declared innocent, his ashes be discarded outside the court in protest.
Social Media Anger and #MenToo Trends
Since Atul’s death, #MenToo and #JusticeForAtulSubhash have been trending, with netizens expressing outrage over systemic injustices. Criticizing India’s legal framework, a user on Twitter remarked, “Being a man in India is a crime.” Activist Chandan Mishra highlighted how men often silently bear responsibilities while their struggles remain unseen.
Kangana Ranaut’s Statement on Male Fault in Marriages
Actress and MP Kangana Ranaut commented on Atul’s case, claiming that men are at fault in 99% of marriages. She suggested a dedicated body to address such incidents. Ranaut criticized the excessive financial demands placed on Atul, which were beyond his capacity, leading to undue pressure and, eventually, his suicide.
NCRB Data: Male Suicide Rates Triple That of Women
Atul’s suicide has reignited debates on male suicides. Advocates referenced NCRB data from 2021, which revealed 1,64,033 suicides, of which 81,063 were married men, nearly triple the number of married women who took their lives (28,680).
Evidence Found: Placard Saying ‘Justice Is Due’
Atul accused a judge in Uttar Pradesh’s Jaunpur of demanding a ₹5 lakh bribe to suppress his case. His room contained a placard with the words “Justice Is Due,” reflecting his anguish.
Atul’s Letter to the President
In a 24-page letter to President Droupadi Murmu, Atul criticized flaws in the criminal justice system and highlighted the trend of false cases against men. He pleaded for the courts to stop harassing his family in these fabricated cases.
Video Confession: Struggles After Marriage
In a video recorded before his death, Atul narrated his story. Married in 2019 through a matrimonial site, his wife and her family allegedly made persistent financial demands, which he initially fulfilled. However, when he refused further payments in 2021, his wife left with their son.
Wife’s Allegations and Financial Demands
Atul claimed his wife accused him of demanding dowry, leading to her father’s death. He contested this, pointing out that her father had long-standing health issues. Despite paying ₹40,000 monthly for child support, his wife demanded ₹2-4 lakh per month, which was unaffordable.
Injustice in Family Courts
Atul revealed that his wife demanded a ₹3 crore settlement in court. When he approached the judge, the response was dismissive, and the judge even demanded ₹5 lakh to resolve the case.
Harassment from In-Laws
Atul recounted how his mother-in-law mocked him, saying his death would lead his father to pay. She added that after his parents’ demise, his wife would inherit everything, leaving his family in perpetual legal battles.
Final Words: A Cry Against Exploitation
Atul expressed frustration that his earnings were being used to strengthen his adversaries. Concluding that death was a better option, he accused the legal and societal systems of failing men like him, pushing them to despair.
