What Led to the Family's Protest After a Young Man's Death?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Tension escalated in Morena following Jai Singh's death.
- The family protested, blocking a highway for several hours.
- Ramkaran Singh Tomar is the prime suspect in the assault.
- Authorities have promised action and compensation to the family.
- Investigation into the incident is currently underway.
Bhopal, Nov 13 (NationPress) Tension escalated in Morena district on Thursday following the passing of a 25-year-old man, allegedly a victim of an assault that occurred over a week prior. The family of the deceased staged a dramatic protest by laying his body on a highway, leading to significant traffic disruptions for several hours.
The late victim, known as Jai Singh Tomar, was hospitalized at a government facility in Gwalior on November 10 after enduring a severe attack.
The primary suspect in this case is Ramkaran Singh Tomar, a former village sarpanch.
After Jai Singh succumbed to his injuries during medical treatment on Thursday, his mourning family transported his body to a crowded road and obstructed traffic, demanding immediate action against those accountable.
Senior officials and law enforcement swiftly arrived to calm the demonstrators. The blockade was only lifted after officials pledged strict measures against the accused.
SDOP Ravi Bhadoria confirmed that the assault arose from a disagreement at a local educational institution.
"The suspects have been charged with murder and additional offenses. We are in the process of apprehending them, with arrests imminent. The family has also requested protection," Bhadoria informed the media.
Family members asserted that Jai Singh had received threats on his life and had previously filed a written complaint at Ambah police station, which they claim went unaddressed.
In response to these claims, SDM Ramniwas Sikarwar stated that the administration has promised compensation and met all the family's demands.
"We will also investigate claims regarding land encroachment against the accused and take suitable measures," he added.
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the incident, with efforts ongoing to apprehend the perpetrators.