Teen Drowns in Matiya River, Siliguri: Police Investigate Unnatural Death

• 17-year-old Jeet Sarkar drowned in the Matiya River in the Bhimbar area of Siliguri subdivision's Phansidewa block.
• He reportedly fell into the river and was swept away; locals attempted rescue and rushed him to Bidhannagar Primary Health Center.
• Doctors at Bidhannagar Primary Health Center declared Jeet Sarkar dead upon arrival.
• Bidhannagar police registered a case of unnatural death and sent the body to North Bengal Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem.
• Police are investigating the incident to determine if it was accidental or had other causes; locals demand an administration inquiry into safety measures.

Why It Matters: A 17-year-old's drowning in Matiya River has shocked Siliguri, prompting a police investigation.