Incident Overview

In Ahmedabad, a woman approached the Abhayam Women Helpline after finding her husband—who works as a school principal—with his former coworker at their home. The situation quickly turned tense, but timely intervention helped prevent it from escalating further.

Background and Family Context

The couple has been married for 16 years and has a 13-year-old child. Reports suggest that the husband had been in a relationship with the former coworker, a teacher, for nearly nine years. This long-standing issue had already created tension within the family.

How the Dispute Escalated

It is reported that the teacher had also ended her own marriage to continue this relationship. The wife had previously filed a complaint with the education committee, after which the teacher was transferred to another school. However, despite the transfer, the relationship reportedly continued, and the coworker’s presence at the house triggered the latest confrontation.

Counseling and Resolution

Following the helpline call, trained counselors intervened and conducted a joint counseling session with the couple. During the discussion, the husband admitted that he had tried to end the relationship but was unsuccessful. After counseling, he assured that he would now completely end the relationship, acknowledging that continuing it was unfair to both women involved.

Role of Abhayam Helpline

The Abhayam Women Helpline is a 24/7 emergency support service in Gujarat that assists women facing domestic disputes, harassment, or distress. It provides on-ground support, counseling, legal guidance, and coordination with authorities to ensure quick and effective resolution.