A 31-year-old Border Security Force (BSF) jawan jumped into a canal in Uttar Pradesh's Bijnor on Saturday with his one-year-old son, just days after his wife had jumped into the same water, news agency PTI reported, citing police.
Police said the couple, married for around five years, had been experiencing marital disputes. (File)
{{^htLoading}} {{/htLoading}}
Rescue teams are currently searching for all three bodies, officials said.
Police told PTI that the couple, married for around five years, had been experiencing marital disputes.
According to Kotwali City SHO Dharmendra Solanki, the jawan, identified as Rahul, a resident of Ved Vihar Colony in Najibabad, jumped into the canal from Gate No. 17 of the Ganga Barrage while holding his son in his arms.
His wife, 29-year-old Manisha Thakur, had also leapt into the water at the same location on August 19. Her body has not yet been recovered.
{{^htLoading}} {{/htLoading}}
{{^usCountry}}
On Saturday, Rahul travelled from Najibabad by taxi, visited the police station to ask about his wife’s case, and shortly afterwards jumped into the canal. Police confirmed they have secured CCTV footage of the incident.
On Saturday, Rahul travelled from Najibabad by taxi, visited the police station to ask about his wife’s case, and shortly afterwards jumped into the canal. Police confirmed they have secured CCTV footage of the incident.
The jawan, a native of West Bengal, was identified as a constable.
“He was on sentry duty at the Border Out-Post Malluchak in Ramgarh sector when he turned the weapon on himself,” officials added.
His body was sent for a post-mortem examination at the community health centre in Ramgarh. Police have begun inquest proceedings, according to officials.
Meanwhile, in a separate case, a soldier died in an accidental firing incident in the Dharamsal area of Rajouri on July 6.
Discussing suicides can be triggering for some. However, suicides are preventable. A few major suicide prevention helpline numbers in India are 011-23389090 from Sumaitri (Delhi-based) and 044-24640050 from Sneha Foundation (Chennai-based).
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.
Get the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather major national developments and Karnataka Bandh LIVE.
Get the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather major national developments and Karnataka Bandh LIVE.
Home/India News/Days after wife’s suicide attempt, BSF jawan jumps into canal with son in UP's Bijnor
{{^htLoading}}
Advertisement
{{/htLoading}}
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
{{#usCountry}}{{/usCountry}}
Notifications
Get breaking alerts directly from the newsroom
Notifications are on!You'll be notified when news breaks
