Fear and shock grip a Bengal community today as a nurse is discovered dead inside a local nursing home. Her family quickly claims foul play, stating they believe her death was not natural and demand a thorough investigation. Police have launched an urgent inquiry into the suspicious circumstances surrounding the nurse’s sudden passing, which has transformed the quiet facility into the focal point of a major police probe and left residents and staff deeply worried about what truly happened.
Nurse Found Lifeless in Bengal Facility
A 24-year-old nurse, identified as Deepali Jana, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at a private nursing home in Singur, located in West Bengal’s Hooghly district. The incident, which has sparked widespread concern and protests, occurred on Wednesday night, August 13. Her body was discovered hanging from the ceiling in a room on the third floor of the Shivam Sevasadan nursing home. Staff members at the facility first saw her and quickly called the police. Police arrived at the scene, recovered the body. sent it for a post-mortem examination.
Family Raises Serious Claims
The family of Deepali Jana, who was a resident of Nandigram in Purba Medinipur district, has strongly alleged foul play, stating that she was murdered and did not die by suicide. They claim that Deepali had only joined the nursing home four days prior to her death, on August 11. Deepali’s mother spoke out, expressing deep shock and disbelief, saying, “My daughter came for training. She is a healthy and good girl. I can’t comprehend what happened. The police need to find out what happened to my daughter. She was murdered. We want the culprits to be punished.” The family has also made serious allegations that Deepali was sexually assaulted and murdered. They suggest this could be connected to her possibly uncovering financial or operational irregularities within the nursing home during her short time there. These claims have added a grave dimension to the ongoing investigation. The family has lodged a formal complaint against the owner and management of the nursing home.
Police Begin Investigation
Upon receiving the report, police immediately started their investigation into the case. A senior police officer from Hooghly district stated that a case of unnatural death has been registered. Police officials have confirmed that they are awaiting the full autopsy report to determine the exact cause of death before taking further action. As part of their swift response, police have already arrested two men in connection with the case. The suspects have been identified as Radhagobindo Ghatan, 21, from Egra in East Midnapore district. Subir Ghora, 32, from Chanditala in Hooghly district. Police mentioned that Ghatan was known to Deepali. Both men were brought before a court on Friday and have been sent to police custody for ten days to aid the investigation. The police confirmed that the investigation is ongoing and comprehensive.
Nursing Home’s Response
The management of Shivam Sevasadan nursing home has strongly rejected the allegations made by Deepali Jana’s family. The nursing home management has maintained that Deepali died by suicide. They have denied any involvement in foul play or the alleged uncovering of irregularities. Their stance is that the nurse took her own life. This difference in statements forms a key part of the current inquiry.
Call for Justice and Public Reaction
The tragic death of the nurse has led to strong reactions from the community and political groups. Opposition parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and the Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI(M)), have held demonstrations in the area, alleging that the nurse was murdered. These groups have demanded a fair and thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death, alleging a possible cover-up and even sexual assault. The family, supported by local residents, staged a sit-in protest on the road, demanding justice for Deepali. The political tension in the area has risen, with various parties exchanging words over the incident. State minister Becharam Manna, who is the local Trinamool Congress (TMC) MLA, has stated that proper action will be taken if the police investigation confirms any foul play in Deepali’s death. Kunal Ghosh, the TMC state general secretary, commented that both the BJP and CPI(M) are trying to make a political issue out of the tragic death of a young woman. There was also drama outside the hospital in Kolkata where Deepali’s body was taken for post-mortem, with members of the CPI(M)’s student wing, SFI. the BJP Yuva Morcha gathering and making accusations against each other regarding a possible link with local TMC leaders and shielding the nursing home.
Background of the Nurse
Deepali Jana, 24 years old, was a young and healthy woman from Nandigram in Purba Medinipur district. She had recently completed her General Nursing Midwifery diploma in Bengaluru last year. Her decision to join the Shivam Sevasadan nursing home in Singur was for training. Her family has described her as a good and healthy girl, finding it hard to believe she would take her own life. She had joined the nursing home just a few days before her body was found.
Legal Steps Taken
Following the family’s formal complaint, an First data Report (FIR) has been registered, initiating legal proceedings. The police are collecting evidence, examining the scene. questioning individuals connected to the case. The focus remains on the forensic report from the autopsy, which is expected to provide crucial data about the cause of death. The arrest of two individuals signifies the serious nature of the police investigation and their commitment to uncover the truth behind Deepali Jana’s death. The legal process is now underway, with the aim of ensuring justice. 
