Grim Discovery in a Remote Hamlet

A one‑week‑old baby was found dead in a water‑logged marsh near the village of Putisal, sending shockwaves through the West Singhbhum district. The unsettling find has sparked a torrent of accusations, with many locals pointing the finger at the child's mother, Bhagwati Nayak.

Village Council Convenes for Answers

During a Monday gathering chaired by village Munda Vijay Hembram, residents of Andhari pressed Bhagwati for information about her newborn's disappearance. According to eyewitnesses, the mother led the assembled crowd to the marshy tract where the infant’s body was eventually uncovered.

Chronology of Events

  • The baby was delivered at Bhagwati’s home on 22 September.
  • Villagers claim the child died under suspicious circumstances on the morning of 26 September.
  • After the death, the body was allegedly transferred to the marshland near Putisal.

Rumors that the infant might have been sold began circulating after Bhagwati vanished from the village for several days, prompting neighbors to demand answers.

Allegations and Immediate Aftermath

During the questioning, some villagers say Bhagwati confessed to causing the infant’s death and to hiding the corpse, subsequently pointing them to the exact spot where it lay. The remains were described as severely decomposed and were later placed in a shallow pit at the site.

Police Involvement

Officers from the Kumardungi police station arrived shortly after the discovery, interviewing both the mother and local witnesses. Although the villagers declined to file a formal written complaint, police have begun compiling statements and collecting evidence.

Community Repercussions

In the aftermath, the community reportedly asked Bhagwati, her three‑year‑old son, and her mother to leave the settlement. The harsh response underscores the depth of fear and anger gripping the area.

Ongoing Investigation

The exact cause of the newborn’s death remains unclear. Authorities are tasked with determining whether the demise was natural, accidental, or the result of foul play, with further action dependent on forensic and police findings.