A tragic discovery was made in west Delhi’s Nihal Vihar area where the dismembered body of a four-year-old boy was recovered from the Nilothi Water Treatment Plant. The child had reportedly fallen into a sewer manhole while playing near Kheri Baba Pul in Ranhola, sparking an extensive search operation by multiple agencies.
Extensive Search Operation Led to Grim Discovery
Information regarding the child’s disappearance was first received by the Ranhola police station on November 10. The boy, a resident of Mohan Garden, had been brought to Dass Garden Park by his mother. While attempting to answer nature’s call, he slipped into an open sewer manhole situated alongside the service road near the Ganda Nala, initiating a frantic rescue effort.
The Chenab Times has learned that the police, in coordination with the fire brigade and the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF), launched a comprehensive search-and-rescue operation immediately after the incident. Rescue teams diligently followed the suspected route of the sewer and drain system, a painstaking process that eventually led them to the Nilothi Water Treatment Plant in Nihal Vihar.
Investigation Underway, Case Registered Under New Law
Upon locating the remains, the body was promptly transported to the Sanjay Gandhi Memorial Hospital. Authorities have stated that the body was sent for preservation and a post-mortem examination to ascertain the exact cause of death and gather further evidence. DNA profiling will also be conducted to definitively establish the identity of the deceased child.
A case has been registered by the Ranhola police under Section 106(1) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which pertains to causing death by negligence. The legal framework under the new criminal code is now guiding the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the child’s death. Police officials have indicated that further investigations are in progress to uncover the full sequence of events and identify any potential lapses or responsibilities.
The incident highlights the inherent dangers posed by open sewers and inadequate safety measures in public spaces. Local residents have expressed concerns about the safety of children playing in and around such areas, calling for improved infrastructure and vigilance to prevent future tragedies.
The investigation aims to determine how the child’s body reached the water treatment plant from the sewer manhole. Authorities are examining the connectivity of the sewer lines and the plant’s drainage system as part of their inquiry. The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, which replaced the Indian Penal Code, came into effect on July 1, 2024, and its application in this case underscores the evolving legal landscape for criminal offenses in India.
The Chenab Times News Desk
