Bihar Woman Kills Children, Attempts Suicide Amidst Marital Discord

Police in Purnia, Bihar, are investigating the death of two children allegedly poisoned by their mother, who then attempted suicide. The woman, Neelum, reportedly caused a disturbance in her home before the tragic event. The children were declared dead at the hospital, and Neelum was transferred to a hospital in Katihar due to her critical condition. Preliminary reports indicate the incident stemmed from marital issues. The woman’s husband, Virendra, was visiting his first wife’s family at the time of the incident. Police are questioning Virendra and investigating the circumstances surrounding the deaths.