India
SSB Soldier Found Dead at Uttar Pradesh Border Outpost During Duty
A 33‑year‑old Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) jawan was found dead while on duty at the Khanuwa Border Outpost (BOP) in Uttar Pradesh’s Maharajganj district during the night between Saturday and Sunday, police said. The incident occurred at about 1:40 a.m. A gunshot was heard, prompting fellow personnel to rush to the scene where they discovered the soldier critically injured; he later died from his injuries. Nautanwa circle officer Basant Singh reported that police received information about the death and immediately sent a team to the outpost. The body was taken for post‑mortem examination, and the service rifle used in the incident was also seized for investigation. Police and SSB authorities have begun an inquiry, and the soldier’s family has been notified. Preliminary reports indicate the jawan was experiencing emotional distress after the death of his elder brother about two and a half months ago; he had returned to duty on October 3 after taking leave. SSB DIG Deepak Barnwal, 43rd Battalion Commandant Ujjwal Dutta, and deputy commandants Apoorva Anand and Amit Kumar Singh arrived at the site following the incident. The investigation into the exact circumstances of the incident is ongoing.
Frequently asked questions
When did the incident occur?
The incident occurred at about 1:40 a.m. between Saturday and Sunday.
What investigation actions were taken?
Police and SSB authorities began an inquiry; the body was taken for post‑mortem examination, and the service rifle was seized for investigation.