Kendrapara: A 35-year-old jawan of the Indian Army allegedly committed suicide by shooting himself with his service weapon at the military camp of DRDO in Mahakalpada of Kendrapara district.
The incident took place last mid-night due to a suspected family dispute. The slain jawan identified as Rajesh Karan is a native of Tamil Nadu.
He was posted at DRDO Military Camp at Kiarabanka near Mahakalapada in Kendrapara district a few years ago.
The exact reason behind the extreme step remains unclear.
The DRDO authorities refused to comment on the matter.