Preeti’s parents Roshini and Amar Singh Rathi recall the dreams they had for the 23-year-old before she was killed

Three years ago, Preeti Rathi’s family took great pride as the 23-year-old headed to Mumbai to start her career as a naval nurse, never suspecting that their own neighbour would fling acid on her and kill all their hopes. Today, all they hope for is to see him pay for his crime – their prayers now rest with the sessions court, which will pronounce its verdict in the case tomorrow.