Minor Boy Found Dead in Burnt Condition Under Mysterious Circumstances

Cuttack: In a shocking incident, a 17-year-old minor boy was found dead in a burnt condition under mysterious circumstances at around 4 AM today. The Puri Ghat police have initiated an investigation into the matter.

The deceased has been identified as Ankan Dutt, a Plus Two student at Christ College, Cuttack. He was residing with his family in Mathasahi Gopaljiyu Lane and originally belonged to West Bengal.

Preliminary reports suggest that Ankan allegedly doused himself in diesel and set himself on fire. However, the police are also probing the possibility of foul play. Further investigation is underway to ascertain the exact cause of death.