98 unnatural deaths reported in Dharmasthala area between 2013 and 2020
Bengaluru: At least 98 cases of unnatural deaths were reported in the Dharmasthala region, including Ujire and Belthangady, between September 10, 2013 and December 2020, according to official police records. These cases have been registered at Ujire and Belthangady police stations based on complaints received during this period.
The causes of death in these cases range widely, from suicide due to depression, terminal illness, and exam failure, to accidental falls, drowning, electrocution, lightning strikes, and even suspected homicide. Several deaths involved individuals consuming poison or suffering fatal injuries due to alcohol intoxication, while some victims collapsed due to heart attacks or other sudden medical emergencies.
Among the reported incidents are:
- A polytechnic student who died by suicide after failing an examination.
- A woman who was found dead in the bathroom of Panchami Lodge during a family visit to the Dharmasthala temple.
- nidentified male and female bodies discovered in the vicinity.
- A youngster who drowned while bathing in a local lake after slipping and failing to swim.
This data was reportedly obtained through a Right to Information (RTI) request by a civic service trust. A list including the names of deceased individuals and FIR numbers has been published by the-file.in, an investigative website. Select case details from the list offer chilling insights into the range of incidents.
One such case involved the discovery of a man’s body on a 14-acre plot in Billarodi near Ujire, reportedly buried under soil and tree logs using an excavator. Locals had long speculated about suspicious activity in the area.
In another unresolved case, a man named Sompa Balakrishna Gowda from the nearby Timarodi area went missing. No official complaint was filed, but whistleblower Bhaskar Badakottu raised suspicions of powerful individuals being involved in his alleged disappearance.
A tragic car accident on May 4, 2019, near Siddavana claimed the lives of Vishwesh (20) and Kshitij Jain (24) when a large tree fell on their vehicle. Both occupants, seated in the rear, suffered fatal head injuries.
In November 2020, an unidentified male body was found near Neera Chilume in Ujire.
Another shocking case dates back to March 1, 2014, when a man and woman checked into Room 104 of Rajlila Residency in Ujire. The woman was later found semi-nude and dead in the bathroom. Authorities suspect she was murdered by her male companion, who reportedly locked the door from outside and fled.
In a separate incident, 57-year-old Annigowda died by suicide by ingesting poison in a remote forested area. His decomposed body was found on October 23, 2016, in the Adamge government hills.
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Experience comes when you play bigger teams in bilateral series: Rashid Khan
Chennai (PTI): Afghanistan skipper Rashid Khan called for more bilateral series against stronger cricketing nations after his team signed off from the T20 World Cup on a high, defeating Canada in their final group match here on Thursday.
Afghanistan played some exhilarating cricket, going down to South Africa in a gripping second Super Over after the scores were tied, a humdinger that provided one of the early thrills of the World Cup.
However, the spin-bowling stalwart said Afghanistan could make significant strides if they get regular opportunities to compete against stronger cricketing nations.
"Couple of areas to improve, with the batting, the middle order got a bit stuck against the big teams, and then with the bowling the death overs. That comes when you play the bigger teams in bilateral series," said Rashid after his team defeat Canada by 82 runs, with him returning excellent figures of 2 for 19.
The stalwart said the side had arrived well prepared for the tournament and produced some breathtaking cricket, but admitted the narrow defeat to South Africa proved costly and remained a painful setback.
"We were well-prepared (for the tournament), we played some unbelievable cricket. The game against South Africa, that really hurt everyone. We had to win one of those (first two) games and see how the tournament unfolded. We'll take some positive things from this World Cup and look forward," he said.
With head coach Jonathan Trott set to part ways with the team, Rashid described the departure as an "emotional" moment for the side.
"I think we had some wonderful times with him. Where we are now, he played a main role. It's emotional to see him leave us, but that's how life is. We wish him all the best and somewhere down the line we see him again."
Ibrahim Zadran, who was named Player of the Match for his unbeaten 95 off 56 balls, said it was satisfying to finally register a substantial score after two below-par outings.
"I enjoyed it, didn't play better cricket in first two innings, which I expect. Wanted to back my skills, really enjoyed it. Pressure was there, it's there all the time. I want to put myself in pressure situations and enjoy it," said Zadran.
"Wanted to play positive cricket, rotate strike and punish bad ball, create partnerships and this is what I have done."
