Nurse found dead in Siliguri room; family alleges murder amid injury marks

26-year-old nurse Archana Thapa was found dead in her rented room in Milanpally, Siliguri, late Friday night. Originally from Darjeeling, Archana had relocated to Siliguri to work at a local nursing home. Her sudden death has sent shockwaves through the community and raised urgent questions regarding the circumstances surrounding her demise.

The grim discovery was made by her landlord, who found Archana hanging in the bathroom. He immediately contacted the Siliguri police, who quickly arrived at the scene to secure the area and investigate the incident. Upon initial examination, the officers noted the apparent signs of struggle, including several injury marks on her body, which led them to consider the possibility of foul play.

Family members, who rushed to Siliguri upon receiving the distressing news, expressed deep concern over the circumstances of her death. They reported finding visible injury marks on Archana’s body, prompting them to assert that she was a victim of murder rather than suicide. “My daughter was full of life and had no reason to end her life. We are convinced she was murdered,” said a family member, calling for a thorough investigation and justice.

In response to the public outcry, local authorities have initiated a comprehensive investigation. Police are reviewing CCTV footage from nearby establishments to trace Archana’s movements leading up to her death and are interviewing coworkers, friends, and neighbors to gather more information. They are particularly interested in understanding her interactions in the days prior to her death to identify any potential motives or suspects. The incident has sparked significant concern about the safety of healthcare professionals, particularly those who work away from their hometowns.