Saint Found Dead in Rajasthan Temple Complex
70-year-old Triveni Giri Maharaj found dead with injury marks at Kameshwar Mahadev Temple. Police suspect murder and robbery.
A 70-year-old saint, Triveni Giri Maharaj, was found dead under suspicious circumstances at the Kameshwar Mahadev Temple complex in Rajasthan's Sirohi district. The discovery of the body has sparked significant outrage among the local community and the fraternity of saints, with many alleging foul play.
Suspicious Discovery in Sirohi
The body was discovered late Thursday evening within the temple premises, located approximately 3 kilometers from Dhruwana village under the Shivganj police station jurisdiction. Triveni Giri Maharaj was known to live a solitary life, residing alone within the temple complex.
Upon the discovery, local authorities, including the Shivganj DSP and the station house officer, rushed to the scene with a police team to secure the area. The presence of visible injury marks on the body has led investigators to treat the case with high priority.
Murder and Robbery Suspected
Preliminary findings suggest a grim reality behind the saint's death. According to Additional Superintendent of Police Narendra Kumar, the investigation is currently leaning towards a murder investigation.
Key details from the crime scene include:
- Estimated Time of Death: The body is believed to have been lying there for two to three days.
- Physical Evidence: Visible injury marks were found on the deceased.
- Missing Belongings: The saint's personal belongings were missing from the scene, leading authorities to investigate a possible robbery motive.
Police Investigation Underway
To ensure a thorough examination, a medical board was formed on Friday to conduct a post-mortem examination on-site at the temple complex. Law enforcement officials are currently questioning suspicious individuals and conducting extensive inquiries in the surrounding areas to piece together the events leading up to the death.
While the investigation remains ongoing, the exact cause of death and the full circumstances surrounding the incident are expected to be confirmed once the post-mortem report is finalized and the police complete their comprehensive probe.