Newborn found dead in pit near construction site in Mumbai

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A newborn was found dead in Malad (East) on Wednesday afternoon. According to reports, the body of the baby girl was discovered in a pit near a construction site in the Makrani Pada area.

A preliminary examination by a doctor revealed that the baby girl was a day old and was likely stillborn.

Senior Inspector Ajay Aafale from Dindoshi Police Station said, "We have registered a case against an unknown person and are currently investigating the matter."