Tragic Double Suicide in Khordha Linked to Debt Distress
Father, Son Die By Suicide In Banpur Amid Debt-Related Distress

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In Kesapur village, Khordha district, a father and son died by suicide amid debt-related distress. Nabaghana Pradhan, 70, jumped in front of a train, followed by his son Tofan Pradhan, 30, who consumed poison after learning of his father's death.
- 01Nabaghana Pradhan, aged 70, allegedly committed suicide by jumping in front of a train.
- 02Tofan Pradhan, aged 30, died after consuming poison shortly after his father's death.
- 03The father had borrowed a significant amount of money, leading to a dispute between them.
- 04Tofan had returned to the village just two days prior to the incident.
- 05The local police have initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the deaths.
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In a tragic incident in Kesapur village, Khordha district, a father and son have died by suicide, reportedly due to distress over debt. Nabaghana Pradhan, 70, took his own life by jumping in front of a moving train on Saturday morning. Following the news of his father's death, his son Tofan Pradhan, 30, consumed poison and was rushed to a nearby hospital, where he later died. Villagers revealed that Tofan had recently returned home after living away for some time and discovered that his father had borrowed a substantial sum of money. This revelation allegedly led to a heated argument between them, ultimately resulting in Nabaghana's tragic decision. The Banapur police have arrived at the scene and are conducting an investigation, while the bodies have been sent for post-mortem examinations to determine the exact causes of death. The dual tragedies have left the local community in deep shock and mourning, with the last rites for both individuals held on Saturday afternoon amidst a somber atmosphere.
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The incident highlights the severe impact of debt distress on families in the community.
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