A man in India died after swallowing an explosive pill presented as candy

A 35-year-old man from India’s Madhya Pradesh state died on Tuesday after swallowing an explosive pill that had allegedly been presented to him as candy. The incident took place in Dindori district, and the victim, Rajendra Barautiya, died in hospital from the injuries he sustained.

According to police, the device exploded when the man swallowed it. The pill is used in some communities in the region to kill wild boars.

Two men were arrested in the case, including the person who allegedly gave the victim the so-called candy. The suspects were charged with culpable homicide and remanded in custody.

Investigators have not yet established the motive for the incident and are examining whether it was an intentional crime, a mistake or a prank. Police are continuing their investigation.

Such devices are made by hand: explosive powder, obtained from firecrackers or fireworks, is placed inside a dough ball. Its shape may resemble rasgulla, a popular dessert in India.