Assam: Body Found Floating in Sivasagar's Historic Borpukhuri, Sparks Shock

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SIVASAGAR: A body was found floating in the historic Borpukhuri in Sivasagar town on Monday morning, triggering widespread shock across the district. The discovery was made early in the morning by some morning walkers near the VIP road adjacent to the historic Borpukhuri, located in the heart of Sivasagar town. Upon receiving information, the Sivasagar Sadar Police immediately arrived at the scene and conducted a preliminary investigation. Following the arrival of the magistrate, the body was retrieved and sent to the Sivasagar Civil Hospital for post-mortem examination. Initially, there were suspicions that the body was dumped in the pond after a possible murder. However, subsequent investigations suggest it might be a case of suicide. The exact cause of death will be determined following the post-mortem report, said police.

The deceased has been identified as Chintu Paul, an employee of the Power Grid and a resident of Market Road, Nazira in Sivasagar district. It needs mentioning that Chintu Paul had been reported missing, and a handwritten note found in his pocket confirmed his identity. The note included his name and address.