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Time of India
09-08-2025
- Time of India
NHRC notice to UP govt, DGP over death of 3 kids in pit dug by builder
The pit, allegedly dug by a builder and left uncovered, turned into a hazard during the monsoon, becoming a death trap for the children — Manvi, 7, her cousin Shivansh Singh, 8, and Hritik Kumar, 8. BAREILLY: National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has taken suo motu cognisance of the death of three children, who drowned in a six-foot-deep water-filled pit dug by a builder in Meerut's Siwal Khas area on Aug 3. It has issued notices to Uttar Pradesh chief secretary and DGP, seeking a detailed report within two weeks. NHRC has also asked for the status of the investigation and whether any compensation has been provided to the children's families. The NHRC, through a statement issued via the Press Information Bureau, said that the contents of the media report, if true, raise serious concerns of human rights violations. The pit, allegedly dug by a builder and left uncovered, turned into a hazard during the monsoon, becoming a death trap for the children — Manvi, 7, her cousin Shivansh Singh, 8, and Hritik Kumar, 8. The children allegedly fell into the pit while returning from a nearby shop. Their bodies were recovered from a vacant plot barely 150 m from their homes. Locals said the builder had left the pit open for over a month. An FIR was later filed against him for negligence. The case took a turn after the postmortem report confirmed drowning but revealed a fractured hyoid bone in Manvi's neck. Her family, along with those of the other victims, have alleged foul play. 'Our children never went to that area. It's hard to believe all three drowned without a scream. There are houses nearby. And how does a drowning cause a broken throat?' asked Hritik's father, Himmat Singh. Police said a separate FIR under BNS section 137(2) was filed by the families, fearing abduction and murder. SP (rural) Rakesh Mishra said, 'There were no signs of sexual assault. While the primary cause of death appears to be drowning, the broken hyoid bone is suspicious. We're investigating all angles.' Doctors are also sceptical. 'In children, the hyoid bone is soft cartilage. It rarely fractures unless there's strangulation or blunt trauma to the throat,' said senior ENT surgeon Dr Ankur Gupta. The incident gained widespread attention after CM Yogi Adityanath sought a report from senior officials. The children's families and villagers have demanded swift police action and proper compensation. Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
Time of India
06-08-2025
- Time of India
Death of 3 kids: Autopsy finds neck bone fracture, families cry murder
Meerut: The postmortem reports of the three minor children who died in mysterious circumstances on Sunday in Meerut's Siwal Khas town, confirmed drowning as the cause of death, but revealed a fractured hyoid bone in seven-year-old deceased Manvi, creating suspicions. The children's families have now alleged they were murdered. The hyoid bone is in the front of the neck, and supports the tongue and plays a key role in speaking and swallowing. Connected to nearby structures via ligaments, muscles and cartilage, the hyoid bone is the only "floating" bone in the body. Bodies of Manvi, her cousin Shivansh Singh, 8, and another boy Hritik Kumar, 8, were found in a water-filled plot around 150 m away from their homes. Fearing kidnapping, the children's families filed an FIR against unknown individuals under BNS section 137(2). The case garnered significant attention after CM Yogi Adityanath took notice, prompting senior officials to get the report. SP (rural) Rakesh Mishra acknowledged that the hyoid bone fracture creates suspicion but noted it could also have been caused by an accident. "There were no other injuries, so we've ruled out sexual exploitation," he said, adding, "Teams are interrogating every person with a criminal history or who is a suspect." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Remember Him? Take A Deep Breath Before You See Him Now Reportingly Undo The family, however, is convinced that it was murder. "There's no doubt it's a murder case," said Himmat Singh, Hritik's father. "Our children have never gone to that area before. It's unbelievable that all three of them drowned without screaming for help, especially with so many houses nearby. And how do you explain the girl's broken throat?" Medical experts are also considering the possibility of foul play. Meerut's senior ENT surgeon, Dr Ankur Gupta, explained that "the hyoid bone is a cartilage in children and rarely fractures unless caused by strangulation or something that impacts the throat." Police are also investigating a potential link to a local builder who is developing a colony nearby. Locals say the builder's excavation created deep pits that got filled with water during recent heavy rains. "If the investigation finds negligence on the part of the developer, action will be taken against them," SP Mishra said.
