Elderly Bengaluru Woman Dakshayini’s Skeleton Discovered After Year‑Long Absence

Police in Bengaluru recovered the skeletal remains of a woman identified as Dakshayini from a locked duplex in Havanur Layout, Bagalagunte area. The remains, believed to be those of a 52‑57‑year‑old woman, suggest she may have died about a year earlier while living alone after the deaths of her husband and son. Local residents alerted authorities after noticing her prolonged absence. Investigators have questioned her daughter and son‑in‑law, who reportedly did not visit the house for months, and are examining the circumstances of her death. The case is being handled by the Bagalagunte police, with forensic analysis pending to determine the exact cause and time of death.

The discovery has raised concerns about social isolation and mental health, as police noted Dakshayini had suffered depression following her family losses. The investigation remains ongoing.