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‘Funeral delayed’: 80-year-old’s body lies at home for 3 days after family fights over property
Konkati Chandraiah, aged 80, passed away due to age-related illnesses at his residence. His death sparked intense disputes among family members regarding the division of his assets, which held up his funeral service. Despite attempts by village elders to mediate, the family’s divisions persisted, necessitating police involvement after three days to ensure proper cremation and to honor his last rites, shedding light on common property disputes in rural settings.
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