In a forested expanse of Boliyar, approximately three kilometers from Dharmasthala, investigative teams embarked on a critical new excavation. Guided by the principal witness, the team penetrated deeper into the woods—about half a kilometer inward—to probe a spot he identified as a potential burial site. Despite meticulous digging, no skeletal remains were discovered at this location.
Tracing the Threads: The Wider Scope of the Excavations
The search isn’t isolated to this one site. Authorities have so far explored up to 14 locations mapped out by the witness. Among the 13 initial sites:
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Only one—Site No. 6—revealed human skeletal remains, including a skull and approximately one hundred bones, identified as male.
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Other sites, including No. 11, yielded partial human remains such as bones and a skull fragment.
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Several sites, including the new Boliyar spot and others, returned no physical evidence.
The Investigative Arsenal: Tools, Strategy, and Oversight
High-ranking officers—including the Puttur Assistant Commissioner and the SIT Superintendent of Police—were present during recent digs, alongside forensic experts and crime-scene officers. Their involvement underscores the gravity of the process.
In parallel, legal voices are raising concerns about the absence of advanced technology, notably ground-penetrating radar (GPR), which could substantially aid in locating buried remains efficiently and non-intrusively. Allegations suggest that procurement of GPR units has been artificially obstructed, potentially delaying progress.
Balancing Hope and Hard Truths
This phase of the investigation strikes a delicate balance. On one hand, the success at Site No. 6—and subsequent partial findings—gives the process momentum. On the other, repeated null results at other sites, including the newly searched area in Boliyar forest, may strain public faith. Each unsuccessful dig introduces uncertainty: Is the witness’s recollection faltering, or has Earth itself shifted traces beyond detectability?
Implications and What Lies Ahead
Here’s what is unfolding and what could define the next steps:
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Continued Excavations: With several sites still pending exploration, the SIT is methodically advancing through each location.
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Technical Integration: A decision on deploying GPR may be a game-changer, enabling more precise identification of potential burial zones before ground disturbance.
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Legal Empowerment: The SIT has been granted police station status, enabling it to register FIRs and conduct investigations independently under law.
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Support and Scrutiny: Forensic labs are examining recovered remains to establish identity, cause of death, and linkage to the allegations.
A Call for Transparent Justice
The Dharmasthala case remains one of the most emotionally fraught and publicized investigations in the region. With each dig and delay, public scrutiny intensifies. What’s at stake is far more than excavation results—it’s about trust, institutional credibility, and whether buried truths can finally emerge into the light.
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