Kampatimar Shankariya

 

Throughout history, India, a country known for its rich cultural history and unique traditions, has seen its fair share of criminal activity. One name stands out noticeably among the infamous criminals who have left a terrible mark on the mind of the nation: Kampatimar Shankariya.

Kampatimar Shankariya

Shankariya was born in 1952 in the Indian city of Jaipur, Rajasthan. His early life is covered in mystery, therefore there is little information available about him. People became aware of him after his murdering spree began in 1976.  It was the year when many individuals were found dead with broken necks in Punjab, Rajasthan, and Jaipur. All of these persons being murdered in the same manner lead the authorities to suspect that there is a serial killer on the loose.

Shankariya used to assault individuals in dark desolate places with a hammer. The majority of his victims were homeless persons who were sleeping on the streets or wandering around late at night. He gained the title 'Kampatimar' after striking his victims under their ears with a hammer. People began to avoid going to secluded regions at that time, especially in the dark.

Shankariya's weapon- Hammer

The reason he chose the particular spot to hit is unknown, although specialists say there is a eustachian tube present below the ear that is important for the general functioning of the human body. When this tube gets hit, the body jumps out of control, resulting in death.

Like most criminals, there is no evidence of abusive parents or a psychotic incident in his childhood. According to his confession, he chose a life of crime because he enjoyed seeing people die as he struck them with his hammer.

He was arrested and taken into jail by the police in early 1979. He has been found guilty of 70 murders between 1977 and 1978. He was sentenced to death by the court and was executed by hanging on May 16, 1979, at the age of 27. He realized his mistake during his serving time in jail.  His final words on the hanging slot were, "I have murdered in vain. Nobody should become like me." He also sang the Indian national anthem before being hanged to death.

Police investigation in the dark and secluded lanes

The tragedy of Kampatimar Shankariya is a stark reminder of the evil that some people are capable of. It's shocking that there are no records, newspaper clippings, or even a documentary providing enough information regarding this serial killer. His true objectives, mentality, and victim information could have supported many more crimes that went unsolved in India.

Kampatimar Shankariya's name will be written in the documents of Indian criminal history for all time. His reign of terror left scars that may never fully heal, and his heinous crimes serve as an eerie reminder of the darkness that can lurk inside humans. However, the arrest and subsequent trial of Shankariya show law enforcement's unwavering effort. We can expect to prevent the rise of such terrible individuals in the future by constantly trying to improve security measures and foster a culture that values safety and justice.