National level acclaim for State's fire brigade: Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar.
Bengaluru: Home Minister Dr. G. Parameshwar extended his congratulations to the dedicated officers and staff during the 'Chief Minister's Medal Awarding Ceremony and Firemen's Exit Parade' at the RA Mundkur Fire and Emergency Services Training Academy Grounds in Koramangala.
Dr. G. Parameshwar emphasized the importance of having a fire brigade office in every district, a directive that has been fulfilled by the state government with offices now established in every taluk.
Acknowledging the sincere efforts of the Fire and Emergency Services, Home Guard, and State Disaster Management Department, Dr. G. Parameshwar commended their commitment to their respective roles, expressing optimism for a bright future ahead.
Highlighting advancements in firefighting technology, Dr. G. Parameshwar mentioned the adoption of an aerial ladder capable of delivering water up to 90 meters, a feature not commonly found in most states. Additionally, he announced the provision of petrol card privileges for department vehicles, a first-time initiative.
Reflecting on the evolving nature of emergency response, Dr. G. Parameshwar noted the changes brought about by technological advancements and the importance of training for dealing with modern challenges, such as accidents in urban areas and the need for specialized equipment.
Dr. G. Parameshwar also praised the significant recruitment of personnel from North Karnataka into the department, encouraging more individuals from the region to pursue opportunities within it.
Dr. G. Parameshwar mentioned tales of heroism, including the rescue of a child named Satvik from a tube well in Indi taluk and saving a person's life during a pub explosion in Koramangala, while speaking abhe bravery and dedication exhibited by department personnel under challenging circumstances.
Concluding his address, Dr. G. Parameshwar likened the Constitution to revered religious texts Quran, Bible and Bhagavad Gita while speaking about its paramount importance as the foundational document of the nation, serving as the guiding principle for all citizens, regardless of religion or political affiliation, to work together for the betterment of the country.
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Jharkhand horror: Man kills live-in partner, chops body into 40 pieces
Ranchi (PTI): A 25-year-old man, who works as a butcher, allegedly strangled to death his live-in partner and chopped her body into 40 to 50 pieces in a forested area in Jharkhand’s Khunti district, police said on Wednesday.
The accused, identified as Naresh Bhengra, was arrested.
The matter came to light after around a fortnight after the killing when a stray dog was found with human body parts near Jordag village in Jariagarh police station on November 24.
Bhengra was in a live-in relationship with the deceased, a 24-year-old woman also from Khunti district, in Tamil Nadu for the past couple of years. Sometime back, he returned to Jharkhand, got married to another woman without telling his partner anything and went back to the southern state without his wife to join her.
"The brutal incident occurred on November 8 when they reached Khunti as the accused who had married another woman did not wish to take her home. Instead, he took her to a forest near his house at Jordag village in Jariagarh police station and chopped the body into pieces. The man has been arrested," Khunti Superintendent of Police Aman Kumar told PTI.
Inspector Ashok Singh who investigated the case said the man worked in a butcher shop in Tamil Nadu and was expert in slicing chicken.
“He admitted chopping the body parts of the woman into 40 to 50 pieces before leaving those in the forest for wild animals to feast on. The police recovered several parts on November 24 after a dog in the area was seen with a hand," Singh told PTI.
Singh said that the woman, who was unaware of his marriage, pressured him to return to Khunti. After reaching Ranchi, they boarded a train on November 24 and headed to the man's village.
"Under a plan, the man took her to Khunti in an autorickshaw near his home and asked her to wait. He returned with sharp weapons and strangulated her with her dupatta after raping her. He then cut the body into 40 to 50 pieces and left for his home to live with his wife," Singh said.
The woman, however, had informed her mother that she had boarded a train and would be living with her partner, the police officer said.
Following the recovery of body parts, a bag was also found in the forest with the murdered woman's belongings including her Aadhaar card. The mother of the woman was called at the spot and she identified her daughter's belongings.
"The mother suspected the man behind the crime who after being nabbed by the police admitted to chopping the woman into pieces," the official added.
The incident has sent shockwaves among people in the region, with the Shraddha Walker murder case of 2022 still fresh in their memory.
Walker was killed by her live-in partner who chopped her body into pieces before dumping them in the jungle in South Delhi’s Mehrauli.
