On June 2, 2026, Jahidul Haque Baidya, the panchayat chief of Jadurhati Uttar Gram in Baduria, North 24 Parganas district, West Bengal, was found dead in his home. Police reported that his body was discovered hanging from the ceiling, prompting an immediate investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death. The incident has created a significant stir in the local community, particularly as Baidya had recently faced serious allegations of corruption. Residents accused him of misappropriating funds from a battery-operated garbage collection vehicle, which had been procured under the Swachh Bharat Mission. On May 31, just days prior to his death, a demonstration was held outside his residence, where locals demanded his arrest and called for a thorough investigation into the allegations. The police are currently examining all angles related to Baidya's death, including the recent protests and the corruption claims, as they seek to uncover the truth behind this tragic incident.