Postal worker's body found near canal in Amritsar, Punjab

Amritsar police reported that the body of a postal employee was recovered from the banks of a canal on the outskirts of the city on Monday morning. The discovery was made by local residents who alerted authorities after spotting the lifeless figure near the waterway.
The deceased has been identified as a staff member of India Post, though his name and age have not been released pending formal notification to his family. He was reportedly on duty earlier in the day and was last seen heading towards the canal area.
Law enforcement officials have opened a case of unnatural death and are conducting a forensic examination to determine the cause of death. Investigators have also begun questioning nearby shopkeepers and commuters to piece together the victim's movements before the incident.
Police have appealed to the public for any information that could aid the inquiry, emphasizing that cooperation is essential to resolve the matter swiftly.
The incident has raised concerns among postal workers and local residents about safety in the vicinity of the canal, prompting calls for increased patrols and better lighting in the area.