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Magisterial probe launched after man’s body found in Boko River

A community mourns as questions linger over Harmohan Kalita’s tragic death. Could stronger safety measures have prevented this?

The river is highlighted in this picture. As we can there are waves, so this is a floating river....
The river is highlighted in this picture. As we can there are waves, so this is a floating river. The group of people are sitting in a boat. The boat is in a blue color. The man in the middle is handling the boat with 2 stands. These people wore jackets.

Magisterial probe launched after man’s body found in Boko River

A magisterial investigation is underway following the death of 55-year-old Harmohan Kalita in Boko. Kalita was found dead in the Boko River after going missing on November 15. The police are treating Kalita's death as an accident, preliminary reports suggesting he drowned. A magisterial inquiry has been ordered, with further investigation pending the post-mortem examination. Locals have expressed safety concerns, particularly at night near riverbanks as winter approaches. Kalita's body was recovered by the State Disaster Response Force (SDRF) following a search operation. The magistrate is leading the investigation into the whereabouts and death of Harmohan Kalita. The police are exploring all angles, with locals' safety concerns being addressed.

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