In a shocking incident that has sent shockwaves through Jharkhand’s political circles, Rakesh Kumar Mahato, a senior leader of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha (JMM) and former Giridih District Council President, was brutally murdered. His half-burnt body was discovered in a dense jungle along the Dumri-Phusro Road in the Nimiaghat police station area.
The gruesome discovery early this morning triggered widespread panic and outrage in the region. Local residents, upon hearing the news, gathered in large numbers and blocked the Dumri-Phusro Road, demanding swift action against the perpetrators. Protests erupted as angry villagers shouted slogans and refused to disperse until assurances were given for immediate arrests.
Police rushed to the scene and confirmed the identity of the victim through preliminary investigations. The body showed signs of extreme violence, with charring suggesting an attempt to destroy evidence. Forensic teams have been deployed, and a thorough probe is underway to piece together the sequence of events leading to this heinous crime.
Rakesh Kumar Mahato was a prominent figure in Giridih’s political landscape, known for his grassroots work and loyalty to JMM. His sudden death has raised serious questions about the safety of political leaders in the area. While motives remain unclear, rivals within local politics or personal enmities are being speculated upon by those close to him.
Authorities have registered a murder case and formed a special investigation team. Senior police officials have appealed for calm while promising that no stone will be left unturned in bringing the culprits to justice. The incident has also drawn attention from state political leaders, with JMM supremo Hemant Soren expected to comment soon.
As the investigation progresses, the people of Giridih await answers, hoping this tragedy does not spiral into further unrest. The roadblock was eventually cleared after negotiations, but tensions remain high in the district.