Elderly Parents Evicted by Sons: A Lesson in Family Values

In a troubling incident in Chikhali Chowk, five sons have evicted their elderly parents, forcing them to live in a makeshift hut. Hiralal Sahu, 86, and his disabled wife have endured this situation for 15 years. After filing a complaint against his sons, legal action has been initiated under the Senior Citizens Act. This story not only sheds light on the plight of elderly individuals but also serves as a reminder of the importance of family values and the rights of senior citizens. Hiralal's past generosity towards flood victims further emphasizes the need for respect and care for parents. This case encourages others in similar situations to seek justice.

By Narendra Chaudhary Mar 31, 2026, 16:22 IST

Sons Force Elderly Parents to Live in a Shack

While many parents manage to raise multiple children together, some children fail to care for their aging parents. In Chikhali Chowk, five sons have forced their elderly mother and 86-year-old father to live in a makeshift hut. For the past 15 years, the couple has been surviving in these dire conditions. The father, Hiralal Sahu, revealed that his sons—Sumran Lal, Hukam Sahu, Pramod Sahu, Umanshankar, and Kirtan Sahu—constructed a house on the land they purchased, leaving their disabled mother and elderly father homeless. This incident has prompted Hiralal to take a stand that serves as a lesson for both parents and children alike.

Elderly Parents Evicted from Their Home

Hiralal, along with his wife, has been residing in a hut for the last 15 years. Despite numerous pleas to his sons to allow them to stay in the house, none of the sons were willing to listen. In fact, they refused to even engage in conversation. Finally, Hiralal mustered the courage to file a complaint against all five sons at the Chikhali police station. The police have registered a case against the sons under Section 24 of the Senior Citizens Act, 2007, and have initiated legal proceedings. Hiralal, a former government press employee, had purchased the land with the hope of living with his sons and grandchildren in the future. However, his sons built a house on that land without his consent, effectively evicting their elderly parents. Following the legal action, Hiralal will now be able to live in the house built on his land, after spending 15 years in a hut due to his sons' actions.

Sons Arrested After Police Complaint

After the police complaint, four of Hiralal's sons were arrested. One son resides in Bhopal, which is why the police could not apprehend him. The other sons were taken into custody, but notably, they have since been granted bail. Following their release, the four sons have agreed to bring their mother back home.

Hiralal's Generosity Towards Flood Victims

Despite living in a hut for 15 years, Hiralal has performed many charitable acts, the most notable being a donation of ₹70,000 to flood victims in Kerala. He contributed this amount through the district administration, using funds he had saved during his employment. Parents are the most valuable asset in a person's life, and it is essential to keep them happy at all costs. This story serves as a reminder for today's youth, and it encourages elderly individuals facing mistreatment to seek legal recourse for their rights.