Ghaziabad Sisters’ Father Buried Under ₹2 Crore Debt, Sold Phones, Threatened Forced Marriage
The deaths of three minor sisters in Ghaziabad have sent shockwaves across the city, with police investigations now uncovering a complex mix of financial hardship, family pressure, and emotional distress that may have led to the tragedy. Authorities are examining how mounting debt, restricted access to mobile phones, and the girls’ mental state in the days before the incident may have contributed to the devastating outcome.
Crushing Debt and Household Tensions
According to sources involved in the investigation, the girls’ father, Chetan Kumar, a stock trader, was struggling under a massive financial burden of nearly ₹2 crore. The family’s worsening economic situation had reportedly reached a point where even basic expenses became difficult to manage.
In an effort to clear pending electricity bills, Kumar is said to have sold the mobile phones belonging to his daughters. Police are also probing claims that he had threatened to marry off the sisters, a move that may have added to their emotional strain.
Restrictions on Phone Use Under Scrutiny
Investigators revealed that in the days leading up to the incident, Kumar had stopped allowing the girls to use his mobile phone as well. This sudden restriction is being closely examined, especially since the sisters were known to be deeply influenced by Korean dramas and online content.
Officials are trying to determine whether the removal of phone access may have made the girls feel distressed or isolated. The family’s financial crisis had also disrupted their education the sisters had not returned to school even after the Covid-19 pandemic, further limiting their social interactions.
What Happened in the Early Hours
The tragedy occurred in the early hours of Wednesday. Police said they received information at around 2.15 am that three girls had jumped from the balcony of their ninth-floor apartment in the Sahibabad area, which falls under the Teela Mor police station limits.
When officers reached the spot, the sisters had already fallen to the ground floor and sustained fatal injuries. They were rushed by ambulance to a nearby hospital in Loni, where doctors declared them dead on arrival.
Later, addressing the media, Deputy Commissioner of Police Nimish Patil said,
“In the early hours of February 4, we received information that three girls jumped from a building. They were declared dead at the hospital."
Diary, Notes, and Photos Recovered
During the investigation, police recovered a diary containing a handwritten message that read, “Sorry papa, I am really sorry,” followed by a crying-face emoji. The note also asked readers to go through everything written in the diary.
After breaking open the room used by the sisters, officers also found a scribbled note and several photographs scattered across the floor. These items were seized and are now being examined for clues about the girls’ state of mind.
Police investigations into the deaths of the three minor sisters in Ghaziabad continue to focus on their exposure to Korean content, excessive mobile phone use, and involvement in an online task-based game, factors authorities believe may have played a role in the tragedy.
Police Findings on Korean Influence and Online Gaming
Senior police officials told the media that the sisters spent a large part of their day on mobile phones and appeared deeply influenced by Korean culture, including dramas and online content. This aspect came to light after investigators examined digital evidence recovered from the residence.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Nimish Patil, speaking to news agency ANI, said a suicide note recovered from the house pointed towards this influence.
“From the suicide note, it is clear that the three girls were influenced by Korean culture. No particular app was named."
He added that while no single application was specifically mentioned, the pattern of content consumption and behaviour suggested a strong emotional attachment to online material.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Atul Kumar Singh told PTI that the sisters were allegedly addicted to a Korean task-based interactive “love game”. According to him, restrictions imposed by the parents shortly before the incident may have caused significant distress.
“This may have triggered the decision (to take the extreme step)."
Patil further noted that the girls’ education had suffered over the years, with irregular schooling and poor academic performance.
“But it is evident that the girls were highly addicted to mobile phone usage," he added.
Father’s Statements to Police and Media
In his earlier statements, the girls’ father, Chetan Kumar, said his daughters had been engaged with the game for nearly two-and-a-half to three years and often spoke about wanting to visit Korea.
“They often said they wanted to go to Korea. I did not know that this game involved such tasks. I came to know about all this only after the police forensic team examined their mobile phones," he said.
Expressing remorse, Kumar added,
“If I had known that such tasks existed, no father would ever allow his children to be part of it."
What Happened That Night
Recounting the sequence of events, Kumar told investigators that the family was asleep when the incident occurred.
“My wife was sleeping in the inner room. The girls woke up on the pretext of drinking water, bolted the door from inside and jumped from the balcony," he said.
He also claimed that the sisters threw their mobile phones outside the room before taking the extreme step.
“The police later seized the phones for investigation," he said.
Kumar further told police that his eldest daughter, Prachi, often took the lead in decision-making, while the younger sisters followed her instructions.
Withdrawn Lives and Ongoing Investigation
According to the father, the three sisters did almost everything together eating, bathing, and spending most of their time confined to their room. He said they had stopped attending school two to three years ago after repeated academic failures, which left them feeling embarrassed, isolated, and withdrawn.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh’s police chief told PTI that the case is being examined thoroughly and emphasised the importance of cyber awareness. He urged families to approach local police stations for help related to online addiction, especially involving minors.
Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, as they work to understand how digital influence, emotional vulnerability, and family circumstances may have intersected in this deeply tragic incident.
Crushing Debt and Household Tensions
According to sources involved in the investigation, the girls’ father, Chetan Kumar, a stock trader, was struggling under a massive financial burden of nearly ₹2 crore. The family’s worsening economic situation had reportedly reached a point where even basic expenses became difficult to manage.
In an effort to clear pending electricity bills, Kumar is said to have sold the mobile phones belonging to his daughters. Police are also probing claims that he had threatened to marry off the sisters, a move that may have added to their emotional strain.
Restrictions on Phone Use Under Scrutiny
Investigators revealed that in the days leading up to the incident, Kumar had stopped allowing the girls to use his mobile phone as well. This sudden restriction is being closely examined, especially since the sisters were known to be deeply influenced by Korean dramas and online content.
Officials are trying to determine whether the removal of phone access may have made the girls feel distressed or isolated. The family’s financial crisis had also disrupted their education the sisters had not returned to school even after the Covid-19 pandemic, further limiting their social interactions.
What Happened in the Early Hours
The tragedy occurred in the early hours of Wednesday. Police said they received information at around 2.15 am that three girls had jumped from the balcony of their ninth-floor apartment in the Sahibabad area, which falls under the Teela Mor police station limits.
When officers reached the spot, the sisters had already fallen to the ground floor and sustained fatal injuries. They were rushed by ambulance to a nearby hospital in Loni, where doctors declared them dead on arrival.
Later, addressing the media, Deputy Commissioner of Police Nimish Patil said,
“In the early hours of February 4, we received information that three girls jumped from a building. They were declared dead at the hospital."
Diary, Notes, and Photos Recovered
During the investigation, police recovered a diary containing a handwritten message that read, “Sorry papa, I am really sorry,” followed by a crying-face emoji. The note also asked readers to go through everything written in the diary.
After breaking open the room used by the sisters, officers also found a scribbled note and several photographs scattered across the floor. These items were seized and are now being examined for clues about the girls’ state of mind.
Police investigations into the deaths of the three minor sisters in Ghaziabad continue to focus on their exposure to Korean content, excessive mobile phone use, and involvement in an online task-based game, factors authorities believe may have played a role in the tragedy.
Police Findings on Korean Influence and Online Gaming
Senior police officials told the media that the sisters spent a large part of their day on mobile phones and appeared deeply influenced by Korean culture, including dramas and online content. This aspect came to light after investigators examined digital evidence recovered from the residence.
Deputy Commissioner of Police Nimish Patil, speaking to news agency ANI, said a suicide note recovered from the house pointed towards this influence.
“From the suicide note, it is clear that the three girls were influenced by Korean culture. No particular app was named."
He added that while no single application was specifically mentioned, the pattern of content consumption and behaviour suggested a strong emotional attachment to online material.
Assistant Commissioner of Police Atul Kumar Singh told PTI that the sisters were allegedly addicted to a Korean task-based interactive “love game”. According to him, restrictions imposed by the parents shortly before the incident may have caused significant distress.
“This may have triggered the decision (to take the extreme step)."
Patil further noted that the girls’ education had suffered over the years, with irregular schooling and poor academic performance.
“But it is evident that the girls were highly addicted to mobile phone usage," he added.
Father’s Statements to Police and Media
In his earlier statements, the girls’ father, Chetan Kumar, said his daughters had been engaged with the game for nearly two-and-a-half to three years and often spoke about wanting to visit Korea.
“They often said they wanted to go to Korea. I did not know that this game involved such tasks. I came to know about all this only after the police forensic team examined their mobile phones," he said.
Expressing remorse, Kumar added,
“If I had known that such tasks existed, no father would ever allow his children to be part of it."
What Happened That Night
Recounting the sequence of events, Kumar told investigators that the family was asleep when the incident occurred.
“My wife was sleeping in the inner room. The girls woke up on the pretext of drinking water, bolted the door from inside and jumped from the balcony," he said.
He also claimed that the sisters threw their mobile phones outside the room before taking the extreme step.
“The police later seized the phones for investigation," he said.
Kumar further told police that his eldest daughter, Prachi, often took the lead in decision-making, while the younger sisters followed her instructions.
Withdrawn Lives and Ongoing Investigation
According to the father, the three sisters did almost everything together eating, bathing, and spending most of their time confined to their room. He said they had stopped attending school two to three years ago after repeated academic failures, which left them feeling embarrassed, isolated, and withdrawn.
Meanwhile, Uttar Pradesh’s police chief told PTI that the case is being examined thoroughly and emphasised the importance of cyber awareness. He urged families to approach local police stations for help related to online addiction, especially involving minors.
Authorities say the investigation is ongoing, as they work to understand how digital influence, emotional vulnerability, and family circumstances may have intersected in this deeply tragic incident.
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