17-year-old boy dies after falling from 19th floor of Panchasayar high-rise

A 17-year-old boy, Nilav Bandopadhyay, died after falling from the 19th floor of Tower 11 in a residential complex in Panchasayar on Tuesday. Despite being rushed to a nearby hospital, Nilav was declared dead by medical staff. Nilav, a student, lived with his family in the high-rise building. His father, Dr. Kalyan Bandopadhyay, a physician, was reportedly at the scene when the incident occurred.

Panchasayar police have initiated an investigation to determine the circumstances surrounding the fall. Authorities are looking into whether the incident was an accident, suicide, or if foul play was involved. The balcony from which Nilav fell is located at a significant height. Investigators are questioning family members and neighbors to understand any possible factors or interactions that could have led to the event.

In addition to witness testimonies, police are reviewing CCTV footage from the building and surrounding areas. The footage may provide further insight into the events leading up to Nilav’s fall. Authorities are also examining the condition of the apartment and security features of the building as part of their inquiry. The investigation remains ongoing as police work to gather all relevant information.