A tragic incident in Haridwar has claimed the life of a young woman from Haryana, who allegedly ended her life by jumping into the sacred Ganga river. The police confirmed the event on Saturday, marking a sorrowful end to a missing person case.
Details of the Haridwar Incident
The deceased has been identified as Geetanshi Sharma, a 24-year-old resident of Sonipat in Haryana. According to authorities, her body was recovered from the waters of the Ganga at the Kankhal area on Friday afternoon. The recovery came a day after her distressed parents had officially reported her disappearance to the police in their home state.
City Circle Officer Shishupal Singh Negi provided a timeline of the events. He stated that Geetanshi Sharma had gone missing on December 18. Her family's search led to the grim discovery in Haridwar. "Her body was recovered from the Ganga on Friday afternoon and identified by her parents," CO Negi said. Following the identification, a post-mortem examination was conducted to determine the precise cause of death, though the final report is still awaited.
Police Investigation and Family's Response
As of now, the local police in Haridwar have indicated that no formal complaint has been filed by the family in Uttarakhand. The investigation is proceeding based on the missing person report lodged in Haryana and the circumstances surrounding the recovery of the body. The authorities are piecing together her last movements and the reasons that may have led to this extreme step.
The case highlights the ongoing concerns regarding mental health and the need for supportive interventions. The loss of a young life in the holy city has sent shockwaves through the community and her hometown.
Aftermath and Community Impact
The tragic death of Geetanshi Sharma in the Ganga river underscores a somber reality. While the exact cause of death is yet to be officially determined by the post-mortem report, the incident has left a family in mourning and raised questions. The police continue their inquiries, awaiting conclusive medical evidence to close the case.
