Bhubaneswar, Nov. 30 -- A prolonged family dispute over social customs and monetary disagreements in Kamasasan village under Dharakote police limits, Aska, Ganjam, resulted in the body of a 65-year-old woman remaining uncremated for almost 20 hours, creating tension in the locality. The last rites were stalled as two sides of the family refused to agree on ritual rights and the handling of funds meant for funeral expenses.

According to reports, the issue arose following the death of S. Ratnalu Reddy, who had lost her husband and two sons earlier and was living with her two daughters. Villagers allegedly refrained from participating in the funeral rituals due to an ongoing conflict over traditional customs. At the same time, the deceased'...