Mystery Unfolds in Jhansi: Missing Student Found Dead

The body of Mridul Patel, a 19-year-old BTech student who went missing last week, was discovered in a pond in Jhansi. Despite an ongoing investigation, the circumstances surrounding his death remain unclear, and his scooter has not been located. Authorities continue to probe the incident.

The body of Mridul Patel, a missing 19-year-old BTech student, was found in a roadside pond in the Gurusarai area of Jhansi, according to police reports.

Mridul, originally from Singar village, disappeared on the evening of December 4 after leaving home on his scooter, sparking concern and leading his family to report him missing.

On Tuesday, the grim discovery was made near Bamori Road, prompting authorities to send the body for a post-mortem as investigations continue into the circumstances of his death and the untraced scooter.

(With inputs from agencies.)