7 months ago
Domestic Help Dies in Odisha Minister's Residence
A man named Shankarshan Nag, who was working as a domestic helper at the house of an Odisha minister, sadly passed away.
He was found unconscious in his room and taken to the hospital, but doctors said he had already died.
The police think he might have died because of electricity, but they are still checking to be sure.
Some people are saying there might be more to the story and want a special investigation to find out what really happened.
Shankarshan Nag, 46, died at the residence of Odisha minister Krushna Chandra Patra in Bhubaneswar.
He was found unconscious and rushed to the hospital, where he was declared dead on arrival.
Initial reports suggest accidental electrocution as the cause of death.
Police have registered an unnatural death case and are investigating the incident.
The Opposition BJD has demanded an independent probe into the 'mysterious' death.
- Who
- Shankarshan Nag, a 46-year-old domestic help
- What
- Died due to alleged electrocution
- Where
- At the official residence of Odisha minister Krushna Chandra Patra in Bhubaneswar
- When
- January 30
- Why
- Cause of death is under investigation, with initial reports suggesting accidental electrocution
Key facts
- Victim's Name
- Shankarshan Nag
- Victim's Age
- 46
- Victim's Hometown
- Belpahar, Balangir district
- Location of Incident
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Date of Incident
- January 30
- Minister Involved
- Krushna Chandra Patra
- Cause of Death
- Alleged electrocution
- Investigation Status
- In progress
Quotes
Biju Janata Dal (BJD) vice-president Sanjay Das Burma
Vice-president of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD)
“This hasty move by the government has raised many questions.”
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“It shows that the government is trying to hide something. Therefore, the state government should conduct a proper investigation into the case and clarify the cause of death.”
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Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
Deputy Commissioner of Police, Bhubaneswar
“From prima facie, it was found that the man died due to accidental electrocution. We have registered an unnatural death case, and further investigation is in progress.”
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