A tragic incident has shocked the Capital Complex following the death of a 13-year-old girl employed as a domestic helper, who allegedly took her own life by jumping from the terrace of an eight-storey building in Upper Police Colony, E-Sector, Naharlagun. The incident occurred around 6:00 a.m. on Wednesday morning, October 29. The victim, a school student from Longding district, was living at the residence of her employer when the tragedy unfolded.
Authorities at the Naharlagun Police Station have registered a case of unnatural death and initiated a thorough investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding the girl’s demise. A police official stated, “The motive behind the alleged suicide is under investigation,” confirming that the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) has been informed. Investigators are reviewing CCTV footage from the building and are interviewing potential witnesses.
The girl’s body has been sent to the Tomo Riba Institute of Health and Medical Sciences (TRIHMS) for a post-mortem examination, with the report still pending. This incident has raised significant concerns about the exploitation and vulnerability of minor domestic workers in urban households. Activists have called for a comprehensive probe into possible violations of child labor laws and negligence, emphasizing the need for justice for the victim.
Officials have assured that all possible angles-including potential abuse, exploitation, or coercion-will be meticulously investigated. This story is still developing, and further updates will be provided as more information is released.
Original Source: https://www.indiatodayne.in/arunachal-pradesh/story/arunachal-13-year-old-domestic-help-dies-by-suicide-police-probe-underway-1296924-2025-10-29?utm_source=rssfeed
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Publish Date: 2025-10-29 22:35:00
