The tragic death and suspected murder of Gauhati University student Nimisha Thakuria in Guwahati, Assam, has shocked the public with fresh twists every day. While her grieving family continues to demand justice regarding her final terrifying phone call, Assam Police have taken major action by shooting and injuring the prime accused, Ashiq Ali, in an encounter.
What exactly happened at 2:00 AM that night, and why did police have to open fire on the accused? Here is the complete breakdown of the story.
The Chilling 2:00 AM Phone Call
Nimisha Thakuria, a sociology student at Gauhati University, was staying at Rudra’s Kitchen Homestay in the Dharapur-Garal area. On the night of the incident, at around 2:00 AM, Nimisha made a phone call to her mother.
Her voice sounded extremely panicked and distressed. She cried over the phone and told her mother:
“Ma, these people are beating me… they hit me on the chest with a kick and a punch, I am having trouble breathing!”
Before her mother could understand the situation or ask anything further, the call abruptly disconnected and her phone became switched off. The family immediately contacted the Azara Police Station, but it was already too late. Nimisha was rushed to the Guwahati Medical College and Hospital (GMCH), where doctors declared her dead.
Attempted Escape from Police Custody and the Encounter
Following Nimisha’s death, police arrested her acquaintance Ashiq Ali (26) as the prime accused. While Ali initially tried to mislead authorities by framing the incident as a suicide, subsequent post-mortem findings and severe family allegations pushed police to investigate the case under planned murder and physical assault angles.
How the Encounter Unfolded:
- During police custody, the accused Ashiq Ali was taken to the Dharapur area to recreate the crime scene and assist with evidence collection.
- Seizing the opportunity, Ali attempted to escape from police custody.
- When he refused to stop despite warnings, Assam Police opened fire (encounter) in self-defense and to prevent his escape.
- Ashiq Ali sustained a bullet injury to his leg and was subsequently admitted back to GMCH hospital for medical treatment.
Suicide vs. Murder? Serious Allegations by the Family
Nimisha’s father, Deep Thakuria, and her relatives have strongly dismissed the suicide claims:
- Physical Injuries: Severe injury marks were found on Nimisha’s lips, eyes, and neck.
- Homestay Evidence: Clear signs of struggle and violence were discovered inside the homestay room, and staff members have been detained for questioning.
- Public Outrage: Large-scale protests have broken out across Guwahati and the university campus, with students and citizens demanding swift justice.
Conclusion
The final phone call made at 2:00 AM brought the grim reality of this tragedy to light. While the police encounter involving the accused highlights strict law enforcement action, the public and the victim’s family await a rigorous judicial outcome to ensure complete justice.
