project and ordered an inquiry into the tragedy by the divisional commissioner, Mandi, Onkar Sharma. He has been directed to give his report within 15 days. Those placed under suspension are senior executive engineer (maintenance) MS Dadwalia, resident engineer Mandeep Singh and fitter Harbans Lal.
While his handlers abandoned him after he was caught in 1988, Babu Ram started as a chela (disciple) to Harbans Lal, a spy-turned-guide, in his later endeavours. Initially, he used to go across the border on short two-three day trips, generally twice a month, and was paid Rs. 1,000 per visit. His