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The Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale condemned the murder of teenager in national capital, allegedly over relationship with a girl.

"Family should have support the children and accept their decision eliminating casteism.

Many families have accepted the inter-caste marriage.

Over 1 lakh inter-caste marriages took place in a year, strict action should be taken accused," said Ramdas Athawale.

An 18-year-old student was allegedly beaten to death by a girl's family members, the police official said on October 10.

The incident took place on October 7 in Delhi.

The victim was admitted to Babu Jagjivan Ram Memorial (BJRM) hospital in unconscious condition on Wednesday.

Later on, he succumbed to his injuries during treatment.

Five people have been taken into police custody in the case, including three minors.