Hyderabad: Mother Allegedly Kills Infant Son at Construction Workers' Camp
In a shocking and tragic incident, a two-month-old baby boy was allegedly killed by his mother at a construction workers' temporary camp in Bowrampet, Hyderabad, on Tuesday morning. The incident has sent shockwaves through the local community and raised serious concerns about the living conditions and mental health of migrant laborers.
Details of the Tragic Incident
Police identified the victims as Rajendra Adivasi, aged 21, and his wife Mamata Ahirwar, aged 20, both natives of Madhya Pradesh. The couple was working as laborers at the Sanarelli Apartments construction site in Bowrampet and residing in a temporary camp room on-site with their infant son.
The horrifying discovery was made when Rajendra returned to their camp room around noon. He allegedly found his wife, Mamata, burning the baby in a wood-fired stove. Despite his immediate attempts to intervene, the child had already succumbed to his injuries at the scene.
Police Investigation and Motive
According to Ch Shankar Reddy, Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) for Medchal, preliminary investigations indicate that Mamata was severely distressed due to the baby's frequent crying. In a state of extreme agitation, she allegedly made the fatal decision to end her son's life.
The police report outlines the chilling sequence of events:
- Mamata first stuffed cloth into the infant's mouth to silence his crying
- She then tied the baby's legs
- Finally, she placed the child on the wood-fired stove, resulting in immediate death
Legal Action and Ongoing Investigation
Upon receiving information about the incident, police personnel rushed to the construction camp location. They took custody of the infant's body and registered a formal case under BNS section 103, which pertains to murder charges.
The accused woman, Mamata Ahirwar, has been taken into police custody. Authorities have confirmed that a thorough investigation is currently underway to ascertain all circumstances surrounding this tragic event, including potential mental health factors and the challenging living conditions faced by migrant construction workers.
This heartbreaking case highlights the extreme pressures faced by migrant labor families living in temporary accommodations with limited support systems. Police officials have emphasized the importance of community awareness and support mechanisms for vulnerable populations in high-stress environments.
