The quiet riverside community of Silchar was shaken by another grim discovery on Tuesday when residents found the partially naked body of a young woman on a sandbar near the Basanti Mandir ghat along the Rukni river banks in Cachar district.
Disturbing Discovery by Local Residents
According to police sources, the alarming finding was made by residents of Khulicherra area, which falls under the jurisdiction of Dholai police station. The locals spotted the body during the morning hours and immediately alerted the authorities about their disturbing discovery.
Police teams swiftly reached the spot to conduct preliminary investigations and secure the area. The body was subsequently sent for postmortem examination to determine the exact cause of death and gather forensic evidence that might help identify the victim and circumstances surrounding her death.
Second Similar Incident in Recent Times
This tragic incident comes as particularly alarming because it marks the second such discovery in the Silchar area within a short timeframe. The recovery from Rukni river follows closely on the heels of a similar case where a body was found in the Barak river near Silchar's Tarapur area.
The pattern of two female bodies being recovered from different river locations in the same region has raised serious concerns among local communities and law enforcement agencies alike. Police have not yet confirmed if the two incidents are connected, but the similarities have prompted intensified investigative efforts.
Community Concern and Police Response
Local residents have expressed growing anxiety about safety in the area, particularly for women. The repeated discoveries of bodies in river areas have sparked discussions about enhanced security measures along riverbanks and improved policing in vulnerable areas.
The Cachar district police have assured thorough investigations into both cases and are examining all possible angles. Authorities are working to identify the latest victim and establish the timeline of events leading to her death.
As the community grapples with this disturbing trend, police have urged anyone with relevant information to come forward and assist in the investigations. The postmortem report is expected to provide crucial details that could determine the direction of the probe.
