A 25-year-old engineering student in Nagpur, Maharashtra, identified as Utkarsh Dhakhole, has been accused of murdering his parents following a disagreement regarding his education and career choices, according to police reports on Wednesday, reported news agency PTI.

The tragic incident occurred on December 26 at the family's residence in the Kapil Nagar area. The discovery of the decomposed bodies came to light on Wednesday, after neighbors reported a foul smell emanating from the house, an official stated.