MLA Gopal Mandal’s Son Missing Since Monday, Family Appeals for Help

Brief By Newsbrief / 12:54 PM on 20 May 2026

Concern has intensified in Bihar after Tarun Kumar Neeraj, son of former Gopalpur MLA Gopal Mandal, reportedly went missing on Monday under mysterious circumstances. According to family members, Neeraj left his residence at New Housing Board Colony in Barari around 2:18 PM on May 18 and has not been seen since. He was reportedly wearing a white-and-black shirt, trousers, carrying a side bag, and had headphones around his neck when he left home.

Family members said his mobile phone became unreachable after around 4 PM, cutting off all contact and raising serious concerns over his whereabouts. Despite extensive searches by relatives and close associates, no information has surfaced so far.

The family has now appealed to the public for assistance and released a video on social media requesting help. They urged anyone with information about Neeraj’s location to immediately inform them as search efforts continue across the region.