Atul Subhash Suicide: Software Engineer Blames Wife, Family & Judicial System
Software Engineer Atul Subhash Dies by Suicide, Sparks Nationwide Debate on Family Court Bias
Bengaluru, 9 December 2024 — Atul Subhash, a 34-year-old software engineer, was found dead at his home in Bengaluru. In his 24-page suicide note and a video message, he held his estranged wife, her family, and India’s family court system responsible for his death.
Key Details:
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Atul accused his wife Nikita Singhania and her family of extortion, claiming they demanded up to ₹3 crore (approx. US$350,000) as one-time alimony settlement.
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He alleged that his wife was deliberately denying him access to his son unless financial demands were met.
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In a heartbreaking portion of the note addressed to his son, Atul wrote:
“When I first saw you, I thought that I could give my life for you any day. But, sadly, I am giving my life because of you.”
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Atul’s family claimed he was constantly mocked and pressured with threats that he should “die” if he could not fulfill their monetary demands.
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His wife and her family went into hiding after the incident. Police have registered a case and are investigating.
Atul’s Final Message:
Before his death, Atul wrote:
“If I win from the system, devote my mortal remains to the Ganga; otherwise, in a gutter outside the court.”
Tags: Family Court Bias | Alimony Extortion | False Allegations | Judicial Harassment | Men’s Suicide | Bengaluru
Software engineer Atul Subhash’s suicide sparks gender-bias debate over India’s family courts