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'Parents oppose marriage': Andhra man kills 19-year-old girlfriend, jumps to death

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What happened

Mahalakshmi, a young woman of 19, lost her life after a brutal knife attack by her ex-boyfriend, Chinna Rao, aged 22.

The assault occurred at her home, where Chinna's persistent harassment, stemming from family opposition, culminated in violence.

Key facts

  • Mahalakshmi, a young woman of 19, lost her life after a brutal knife attack by her ex-boyfriend, Chinna Rao, aged 22.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Sat, 03 Oct 2026 13:51:41 UTC.

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