Haryana tragedy: A 31-year-old Anganwadi worker and her two young children were found dead inside a water storage tank at their farmhouse in Haryana's Fatehabad district on Thursday. The police have launched an investigation and are examining all possible angles, including suspected suicide.

The deceased have been identified as Sudesh (31), her 10-year-old daughter Jyoti and 8-year-old son Vineet. The family lived in Mehuwala village in the Bhattu area of Fatehabad.

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The tragedy came to light after the bodies were discovered inside a 10-foot-deep water storage tank located in the courtyard of the family's farmhouse.

Neighbours rushed to help

The tank had reportedly been filled after the day's water supply. On noticing the incident, neighbours pulled the woman and the two children out of the tank. However, all three had already drowned before they could be rescued.

The bodies have been sent to the Civil Hospital for post-mortem examination.

(Suicide is a serious mental health issue. If you or someone you know is experiencing emotional distress or suicidal thoughts, seek help immediately. Reach out to trusted family or friends, or contact the Government of India’s Jeevan Aastha helpline at 1800 233 3330 for support. You are not alone, and help is available.)

Police looking into reports of domestic dispute

Investigators are also verifying claims that the couple had been facing marital issues for some time. According to villagers and some family members, Sudesh and her husband frequently argued  and the two allegedly had another dispute a day before the incident. The police said these claims are being investigated as part of the probe.

Family statements to be recorded

Jyoti was a Class IV student, while Vineet studied in Class III at the village school. The police said statements from Sudesh's parental family will also be recorded to understand the circumstances leading to the deaths. Officials said the investigation is underway and further action will depend on the post-mortem findings and statements from family members.