Damayanti Sen, National-Level Rifle Shooter, Found Safe Near Ghat in Kolkata After 2-Day Disappearance
Damayanti Sen, a 15-year-old national-level shooter who went missing from her Howrah home on Thursday morning, was found safe on Saturday near Ramkrishnapur Ghat. Her reappearance followed a 48-hour multi-jurisdictional police search and widespread appeals on social media.
A 15-year-old national-level rifle shooter Damayanti Sen from West Bengal's Howrah, who had been missing for nearly two days, was found safe near Ramkrishnapur Ghat on Saturday, bringing relief to her family and the shooting fraternity. While the teenager has told investigators that she had left home seeking "spiritual peace" and cited stress related to balancing sports and academics, police said the circumstances surrounding her disappearance are still being investigated, as reported by TOI.
National-Level Rifle Shooter Damayanti Sen Missing Since July 16
Damayanti Sen, a resident of central Howrah, left her home on Thursday morning after telling her family she was going to buy groceries. When she failed to return, her family searched the area before filing a missing person complaint with the police. National Shooting Coach Ankush Bharadwaj Suspended By NRAI Following Minor’s Allegation of S*xual Assault in Hotel, FIR Filed Under POCSO.
Investigators later examined CCTV footage, which showed the teenager entering Howrah railway station and walking towards platforms 4 and 5. She had left her mobile phone at home, making it difficult for police to trace her movements.
Found Near Ramkrishnapur Ghat
After an extensive search involving multiple police teams, Damayanti was found near Ramkrishnapur Ghat on Saturday morning. She was safely reunited with her family and is currently undergoing medical and psychological evaluation as part of the standard procedure. Police said she appears to be physically safe and have ruled out making any premature conclusions while the investigation continues. Kolkata Shocker: Toddler Dies After Falling Into Lift Shaft at Under-Construction Building in Entally.
Teen Cites Stress, Police Continue Probe
According to preliminary information, Damayanti told investigators that she had left home in search of "spiritual peace." She also reportedly referred to the pressure of balancing competitive shooting with her academic responsibilities.
However, officials said her statement is still being verified and that investigators are working to establish a complete timeline of her movements during the period she remained missing. Authorities have urged the public to avoid speculation until the inquiry is completed.
Family Denies Domestic Discord
While some initial reports suggested stress related to sports and studies may have influenced her decision to leave home, members of Damayanti's family have denied any domestic dispute or unusual circumstances before her disappearance.
Police said they are examining all aspects of the case and have not disclosed where the teenager stayed during the two days she was missing.
Promising Shooter With National Aspirations
Damayanti trains under Olympian Joydeep Karmakar and had recently qualified for the national team selection trials, marking an important milestone in her sporting career.
Her disappearance had sparked widespread concern, with family members, coaches and the shooting community launching appeals on social media to help trace her. Following her safe recovery, police said the investigation remains ongoing to determine the full circumstances behind the incident.
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