Archive · 1 Oct 2025
Journalist's Death Under Investigation; Family Seeks Justice
A journalist named Rajeev Pratap Singh was found dead in Uttarkashi.
He was last seen on September 18, 2025, and his body was recovered ten days later.
His wife, who is seven months pregnant, and his father are asking for a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death.
The police initially reported it as a possible accident.
However, the family suspects foul play, citing threats Singh received after reporting on district hospital conditions.
A special investigation team (SIT) has been formed to investigate the case.
Journalist Rajeev Pratap Singh's body was found in Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand.
He went missing September 18, 2025, and his body was recovered September 28, 2025.
Singh's wife, who is seven months pregnant, is demanding a transparent investigation.
The family alleges Singh received threats after reporting on local issues.
A special investigation team (SIT) is investigating the death.
- Who
- Rajeev Pratap Singh, journalist
- What
- Death investigation
- When
- Missing September 18, 2025, body found September 28, 2025
- Where
- Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
- Why
- Unclear; under investigation
Family
Police
Cause of Death
Family
Possible foul play
Police
Possibly accidental
Investigation
Family
Demand thorough and transparent investigation
Police
Conducting a thorough investigation
- Victim
- Rajeev Pratap Singh, journalist
- Incident Location
- Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand
- Death Cause
- Under Investigation
- Missing Since
- September 18, 2025
- Body Found
- September 28, 2025
- Investigation Lead
- Special Investigation Team (SIT)
- Wife's Condition
- 7-months pregnant
Sources
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