Tension gripped the Dhala Bil area of Khowai on Wednesday after the body of an unidentified man was recovered from a pond near the District Health Officer’s office.

The incident came to light after residents of Dhalabil Palpara noticed a strong foul smell emanating from the area from the morning. Suspecting that something might be wrong, locals began checking the surrounding areas.

Their search led to the discovery of a man’s body floating in a nearby pond. The news quickly spread, attracting a large crowd to the spot and triggering concern among local residents.

The identity of the deceased remains unknown. The circumstances surrounding his death are also yet to be ascertained.

Authorities are expected to initiate an investigation to establish the identity of the deceased and determine the cause and circumstances of his death. Further details are awaited.