Dhanbad Woman Dies After Illegal Abortion Following Forced Gender Determination Test

A tragic incident has emerged from <b>Dhanbad</b>, where a pregnant woman died following an <b>illegal abortion</b>. According to reports, the woman's in-laws allegedly forced the procedure after a gender determination test revealed she was carrying a girl. The incident highlights the persistent and dangerous practice of illegal sex-selective abortions driven by social bias. Police have <b>arrested four individuals</b>, including the victim's husband and a nurse, in connection with the case. Authorities are investigating the medical facility involved in the unauthorized procedure. Such criminal acts underscore the urgent need for stricter enforcement of the Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act to ensure women's safety and uphold legal standards.