According to information, the incident has occurred at Dhalapur village under Harbhanga police limits in the district. The retired teacher had recently returned from Bhrampaur to his village. Though his swab has been sent for Covid test since April 22, its report has not yet come. Following illness, he died this morning.
Kin and villagers suspect that he might have died of Covid infection. In fear of getting infection, they are not touching the body.