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Rajasthan Family’s Three Deaths Prompt Investigation Into Debt Angle

Rajasthan Family’s Three Deaths Prompt Investigation Into Debt Angle
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Three members of a family in Ajmer, Rajasthan, died after allegedly consuming a poisonous substance.

Police identified them as Ashok Sharma, his wife Indra, and their daughter Diksha.

Police said the substance was Celphos tablets mixed with water.

The family was taken to a hospital, but doctors could not save them.

Ashok’s son Gaurav was reportedly in the room when it happened.

Neighbours said the family may have been facing heavy debt.

Police are questioning relatives and other people and examining what happened.

The final reason for the deaths has not yet been established.

Key facts

Deceased
Ashok Sharma, 59; Indra Sharma, 52; Diksha Sharma, 20
Location
Gadhi Malyan area, Ajmer district, Rajasthan
Substance
Celphos tablets mixed with water
Hospital
Jawaharlal Nehru Hospital
Reported debt angle
Neighbours claimed the family was facing significant debt
Investigation
Police are questioning family members and locals and examining the circumstances
Post-mortem
The bodies were kept in the hospital mortuary for examination

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