A tragic incident has come to light in the industrial belt of Hazaribag district, where a factory worker was discovered deceased in his accommodation. The body of Mohan Singh, employed as a crane operator at a steel plant, was found in his rented room in the Barhi block area on Wednesday, according to local police authorities.
Details of the Deceased and Employment
The deceased has been identified as a resident of Chechakpi village, which falls under the jurisdiction of the Barkatha police station in Hazaribag. Mohan Singh was working at a steel manufacturing unit located within the industrial zone of Barhi. Dinesh Yadav, the in-charge of the plant, provided crucial information, stating that the worker had not reported for his duty for a significant period. "Mohan worked as a crane operator and lived in a rented room in Barhi. He had not reported for duty for the past 15 days," Yadav confirmed.
Police Investigation and Post-Mortem
Officer in-charge of the Barhi police station, Vinod Kumar, outlined the immediate steps taken by the force. "The body was sent to the Barhi sub-divisional hospital for post-mortem," Kumar stated. He further added that the police are currently awaiting the findings of the autopsy report to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation is in its preliminary stages as authorities work to piece together the events leading to the worker's untimely demise.
Community Impact and Awaiting Answers
The death of Mohan Singh has cast a shadow over the industrial community in Barhi. Incidents involving workers in industrial areas often raise concerns about living conditions, occupational stress, and support systems for migrant or remote workers. The police have not released any immediate information suggesting foul play, but the prolonged absence from work prior to the discovery adds a layer of mystery to the case. The community and the deceased's colleagues now await the conclusive post-mortem report, which is expected to provide definitive answers and guide the future course of the police inquiry.
