Mystery Surrounds Murder of NTPC Executive in Jharkhand

Kumar Gaurav, NTPC's Deputy General Manager, was shot dead in Jharkhand, potentially due to mistaken identity, as per DGP Anurag Gupta. Investigations are ongoing with no threat calls traced. Police have identified suspects, and the Special Investigation Team is examining CCTV footage in the coal belt area.

Kumar Gaurav, the Deputy General Manager of NTPC, was tragically murdered in Hazaribag, Jharkhand, reportedly due to a case of mistaken identity, police officials announced on Tuesday.

Following a review with senior district police officers, DGP Anurag Gupta confirmed that no threat calls had been made to Gaurav’s phone, but suspects are under interrogation. A Special Investigation Team is meticulously analyzing CCTV footage for clues.

Gang violence in the coal belt is being scrutinized as a possible motive, with district police instructed to monitor strategic coal transportation routes. The lack of prior threats deepens the mystery of this shocking crime.