A man in Singrauli, Madhya Pradesh, is proving his aliveness to counter his wife's fraudulent claims to widow pension after she declared him dead on papers.
In a shocking case from Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh, Chandrawali Patel is publicly declaring his aliveness while navigating through various government offices. His wife, Ajoriya Patel, has been receiving widow pension since 2014 by falsely reporting him as deceased, despite being very much alive. This unusual situation has compelled Chandrawali to hold a placard stating 'Sir, I am alive' as he seeks justice from the officials who have so far ignored his claims.
Chandrawali's attempts to bring the issue to light have included filing complaints at multiple governmental levels, including the collector's office, sub-divisional magistrate, and police station. However, he faces an uphill battle as none of these complaints have yielded any action. The situation is made more ironic by the fact that while he is fighting to prove his existence, his wife continues to live off the pension intended for widows in what seems to be a blatant misuse of the system.
This incident highlights serious lapses in the verification processes within government systems that should prevent such cases of fraud. It raises questions about the accountability of local authorities in prosecuting fraudulent claims and protecting the rights of the living individuals. As Chandrawali Patel continues his quest for justice, his story encapsulates the struggles faced by citizens against bureaucratic indifference and corruption.
