Life-Threatening Attack on BCCL Worker and Family in Putki, Dhanbad, with Ransom and Threat Allegations.

Brief By Newsbrief / 1:31 PM on 28 Jan 2026

A BCCL employee, Jitendra Kumar Mahto, and his family were brutally attacked in Putki, Dhanbad. The assailants allegedly demanded a ransom of ₹2 lakh. They also reportedly molested his wife and snatched her gold chain. The incident has created fear in the family, and they were also threatened with death.The police have registered a case against nine named and several unidentified persons and have begun an investigation. The police are conducting a thorough probe and collecting evidence, including CCTV footage, to identify the accused. The incident has raised serious concerns about safety in the area and has created a climate of fear among residents.The investigation agency is actively working to uncover the motive behind the attack and to apprehend the possible culprits.