Gujranwala woman ‘commits suicide’ over inflated electricity bill

A woman allegedly committed suicide due to an inflated electricity bill on Sunday, highlighting the dire financial stress experienced by many amid rising utility costs.

According to CCTV footage obtained by Dunya News, the woman can be seen in a moment of despair, jumping into a drain, tragically ending her life. Rescue operations are currently underway to locate her body, as the community watches in shock and sorrow.

The deceased has been identified as Razia Bibi, a resident who reportedly took this drastic step after paying an exorbitantly high electricity bill.

Family members revealed that Razia Bibi had been ill and was undergoing medical treatment. The financial resources available at home, already stretched thin, were used to pay the inflated electricity bill, leaving no money for her continued medical care. This situation appears to have pushed her to the brink, leading to the tragic decision to end her life.

The police have initiated a probe into the matter to uncover the exact circumstances that led to Razia Bibi’s death. Investigators are examining the financial strain caused by the utility bill and whether there were any other contributing factors.

Neighbors and friends have expressed their grief and outrage, calling for an investigation into the utility company’s billing practices and for better support for those facing financial hardship.