The death of 15-year-old Karina Kumari at a makhana processing unit in Darbhanga has raised unanswered questions about safety and accountability at informal workplaces, with police awaiting a post-mortem report to establish how she died.
Karina was found dead on a Saturday morning at a factory in Pauri village under Bahera police limits, according to reports. Her family alleges foul play after noticing a dark mark on her neck and questions the circumstances.
Karina had been working and living at the processing unit for several months. The factory owner reportedly promised her a wages of Rs 8,000 per month. The family claims the factory owner did not cooperate or provide clear explanations.
Police said the factory owner was absconding when they arrived. The body was sent to Darbhanga Medical College and Hospital for post-mortem examination. The cause of death remains unconfirmed and investigations continue. The case also highlights the vulnerability of minors working in informal labor environments.
