The serene waters of Sasthamcotta Lake in Kerala turned tragic this Sunday as the bodies of a young married couple were recovered in what authorities believe may be a double suicide. Rajeev, 26, and Abhirami, just 19, had defied their families to build a life together—a life cut brutally short.

Key facts

  • Couple married four months ago despite family opposition
  • Bodies found September 6, 2026 in Sasthamcotta Lake
  • Rajeev worked as school cleaning staff
  • Police had met with couple last month regarding family concerns

A Love Against the Current

Their romance had weathered strong resistance from both families, yet they married anyway four months ago. They moved into a rented home, carving out a fragile independence. Rajeev worked as cleaning staff at a local school—a modest job that sustained their modest dreams. But the weight of family estrangement lingered; they had cut contact with relatives, navigating their new life alone.

The Discovery

Abhirami’s body was found first on Sunday morning. Then, just 50 meters away, rescue teams pulled Rajeev from the water. Police suspect they entered the lake together in the early hours, their final moments shrouded in darkness and despair.

Seeking Answers

Last month, local police met with the couple to discuss family tensions—a meeting that now hangs heavy with unanswered questions. After autopsy, the bodies were released to relatives. The Sasthamcotta police continue to investigate, piecing together the events that led two young people to such a desperate end.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out: DISHA suicide prevention helpline at 1056 or 0471-2552056.