In a major breakthrough, the Commissionerate Police have arrested Siba Pradhan, the alleged mastermind behind the murder of AIIMS Bhubaneswar employee Sudhanshu Khuntia, who was shot dead on October 13 in the Sarkantra area of the city. The crime reportedly stemmed from a long-standing property dispute.

According to police sources, Pradhan was apprehended after a detailed operation carried out in coordination with the Khandagiri Police Station. A firearm was also recovered from his possession.

Earlier, four other suspects had been taken into custody, but the prime accused managed to evade arrest for several weeks, causing deep anxiety and fear among the victim’s family.

Victim’s Family Sought Justice and Protection

Family members of the deceased lab assistant had alleged that the accus

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