A contractual employee working with the Bokaro district administration was found dead in an apparent case of suicide at his home. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised questions about the pressures faced by temporary government staff.
Body Recovered on Monday Morning
The deceased has been identified as Shankar Dayal, a resident of Telidih Tand under the jurisdiction of the Chas police station. His body was recovered from his residence on Monday. Dayal was employed with the revenue branch at the District Collectorate in Bokaro, working on a contractual basis.
Domestic Argument Preceded the Tragedy
According to preliminary information provided by the police, family members stated that Shankar Dayal was under the influence of alcohol on Sunday night. A heated argument ensued between him and his wife. Following the altercation, he reportedly went to a separate room.
The grim discovery was made the following morning when he was found hanging. The family immediately alerted the authorities, leading to the police's involvement.
Police Register Case, Investigation Ongoing
Officer-in-charge of Chas police station, Sushma Kumari, confirmed that a case of unnatural death has been formally registered. The police have initiated a thorough investigation to piece together the exact sequence of events that led to this tragic outcome.
While the domestic dispute is a key part of the initial narrative, investigators are looking into all possible angles. The probe will examine whether any professional or personal stressors beyond the immediate argument contributed to the extreme step taken by the contractual employee.
The incident highlights the often-precarious lives of contractual workers in government setups, though the direct cause of this specific tragedy remains under official scrutiny.
