BENGALURU, India — The skeletal remains of a 57-year-old woman were found at her residence in Bengaluru’s Havanur Layout, police said on Saturday. The woman, identified as Dakshayini, had reportedly been living alone for several years after the deaths of her husband and son.
- Dakshayini, 57, was found dead at her residence in Havanur Layout on August 7.
- Police said she had been living alone since the death of her husband in 2017.
- Her brother told police that she had been diagnosed with schizophrenia and had previously received treatment.
- An unnatural death report has been registered under Section 194 of the BNSS, and further proceedings are underway.
Woman found dead at Bengaluru residence
The incident was reported on August 7 from Havanur Layout, which comes under the jurisdiction of Bagalgunte police station, according to police officials cited by PTI.
The deceased was identified as Dakshayini, who was originally from Saundatti taluk in Belagavi district.
Police subsequently informed her brother, Mahesh Basappa, about the discovery. He visited the residence and identified his sister.
She had been living alone for years
According to the statement given by Mahesh, Dakshayini had been living by herself for several years following the death of her husband in 2017.
Police also said she had not remained in contact with her family for around two years before her death.
Her brother reportedly told investigators that he did not suspect anyone in connection with the death.
Family reported earlier mental health treatment
Mahesh told police that Dakshayini had developed mental health difficulties following the death of her son in 2005.
According to his statement, she received treatment at hospitals in Bengaluru and Shivamogga, where doctors diagnosed her with schizophrenia.
She also spent approximately four months at a rehabilitation centre as part of her treatment, police said.
Police register unnatural death report
Police said an unnatural death report has been registered under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
Further proceedings have been initiated to establish the circumstances surrounding the death. Police have not indicated any suspicion of foul play based on the information currently available.
Case highlights concerns around people living alone
The discovery has also drawn attention to the circumstances of people who live alone and may have limited contact with relatives or wider support networks.
In Dakshayini’s case, police said she had been living alone for years and had not been in contact with her family for an extended period.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where were Dakshayini’s remains found?
Police said the remains of 57-year-old Dakshayini were found at her residence in Havanur Layout in Bengaluru, under the Bagalgunte police station jurisdiction.
Has anyone been accused in the case?
No person has been accused based on the information provided. Dakshayini’s brother told police that he had no suspicion regarding her death, while an unnatural death report has been registered and further proceedings are underway.
What happens next?
Police proceedings will continue under the unnatural death report registered in the case. Authorities are expected to establish the circumstances surrounding Dakshayini’s death as part of the ongoing proceedings.
Legal and Medical Disclaimer
This report is based on information provided by police and agency reports. Any medical history mentioned is based on statements attributed to the deceased’s family and should not be interpreted as an independent medical assessment. The circumstances of the death remain subject to the ongoing police proceedings, and no allegation of wrongdoing should be treated as established fact unless confirmed by the appropriate authorities.
Source
PTI and police officials, as cited in the supplied source material.
