A 29-year-old woman serving as a Home Guard reportedly ended her life by consuming poison inside a government apartment in Chandrasekharpur Mandap Basti, Bhubaneswar.
Police recovered the body under suspicious circumstances and sent it for post-mortem. The woman had been living in the apartment with her two children. Her husband passed away six months ago, and family members believe she was struggling with mental distress since then.
According to relatives, she had become emotionally withdrawn after her husband’s death. They alleged that she consumed poison on the previous day, leading to her death. The police have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause and circumstances surrounding the incident.
The woman’s sudden death has shocked the local community. Neighbors described her as quiet and responsible, often seen taking care of her children. Her colleagues in the Home Guard unit expressed grief and called for better mental health support for personnel dealing with personal loss.
Authorities are now reviewing her service records and personal history to understand any underlying issues. The case has raised concerns about the emotional well-being of frontline workers, especially those coping with family tragedies.
Police officials confirmed that the investigation is ongoing. They will examine medical reports and statements from family members to establish the sequence of events.
