Newborn's Body Discovered in Brahmaputra River Sparks Investigation

A tragic incident unfolded in Dhubri as the body of a newborn was discovered in the Brahmaputra River, leading to a police investigation. Initial reports suggest the infant may have been born in a medical facility before being discarded. Local residents alerted authorities after spotting the body, prompting a swift response from the police. The investigation aims to identify the woman involved and reconstruct the events leading to this heartbreaking situation. Community members have expressed shock and concern over the apparent abandonment, while police are examining hospital records and CCTV footage for clues. Authorities are appealing for public assistance in gathering information related to the case.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 10, 2026, 18:06 IST

Investigation Launched Following Discovery of Newborn

Dhubri, January 10: Authorities have initiated an investigation after the body of a newborn was found floating in the Brahmaputra River near Jogamaya Ghat in Dhubri on Saturday.

Initial reports suggest that the infant may have been born at a medical facility before being discarded into the river.

The grim discovery was made by local residents who spotted the body and promptly notified the Dhubri Police.

Upon receiving the alert, a police team quickly arrived at the scene and recovered the infant's body from the water, according to officials.

The remains were subsequently transported to Dhubri Medical College and Hospital for a medico-legal examination to ascertain the cause and time of death.

The officer-in-charge of Dhubri Police Station confirmed the recovery and stated that an investigation is underway to identify the woman involved and to piece together the events leading up to this tragic incident.

“We will provide more information once the investigation progresses,” the official remarked.

The incident has drawn a crowd of local residents to the riverbank, many of whom expressed their shock and sorrow over the situation.

Some community members speculated that a woman might be responsible for the act and raised concerns about the abandonment of the newborn.

Police are currently reviewing hospital records, CCTV footage, and other evidence to determine if the delivery occurred at a healthcare facility and to identify those accountable.

Authorities have urged the public to come forward with any information that could aid in the investigation as the case develops.