A senior forest officer in Gujarat is fighting for his life after being discovered with gunshot wounds inside his official vehicle, creating waves of shock and mystery throughout the state's administrative circles.
P Prajapati, serving as Assistant Conservator of Forests in Surat, was found critically injured with bullet wounds while seated in his car near the Kamrej area. The incident occurred on Thursday, sending immediate alarm through law enforcement and forest department officials.
Critical Medical Battle
According to medical authorities at the private hospital where Prajapati was urgently admitted, the officer sustained a single bullet injury that has left him in critical condition. Doctors have confirmed that he remains under intensive medical supervision as medical teams work tirelessly to stabilize his condition.
Official Response and Investigation
The discovery prompted immediate action from multiple agencies. Police officials from Kamrej police station have taken charge of the investigation, while senior forest department authorities have been notified and are closely monitoring the situation.
Initial reports suggest the officer was found inside his vehicle, though the exact circumstances leading to the shooting remain unclear. Investigators are pursuing multiple angles to determine whether this was a self-inflicted incident or involved external factors.
Growing Concerns
The incident has raised serious concerns about the safety and well-being of government officials, particularly those serving in field positions. The forest department, known for its challenging fieldwork and enforcement responsibilities, now faces questions about the pressures faced by its officers.
As the investigation continues, colleagues and superiors await answers while praying for Prajapati's recovery. The case has drawn attention from higher authorities, with demands for a thorough probe into the events that led to this tragic situation.
