DIMAPUR, AUGUST 19: A 58-year-old man, Samir Das, has been missing from Dimapur since 5 PM on August 18, 2026. According to his family, he was last seen near Clock Tower, Dimapur.
Speaking to Nagaland News Network (NNN), his younger brother Prabir Das said the family filed a missing person report at West Police Station on the morning of August 19 after Samir failed to return home.
According to Prabir, Samir is a stroke patient and has difficulty speaking and walking properly. He said this was the first time Samir had gone out and did not return home. The family also said there had been no dispute or problem at home that could have prompted him to leave. They have also not found any indication or suspicion of kidnapping.
The family received information that Samir may have been seen at the Dimapur Railway Station. With the assistance of police personnel from West Police Station, the family went to the Railway Police Station and reviewed the available CCTV footage. However, Prabir said the footage did not provide any clear clue about Samir’s whereabouts.
The family has also searched around Bokajan, but no information has been found so far. Prabir said that, with the help of police, their next step is to extend the search towards Guwahati.
MISSING PERSON DETAILS
Name: Samir Das
Age: 58 years
Missing since: 5:00 PM, August 18, 2026
Last seen: Clock Tower, Dimapur
Height: Approximately 5 feet 6 inches
Complexion: Fair
Clothing: Check shirt with grey and white combination
Identifying feature: Wears spectacles
Medical condition: Stroke patient; has difficulty speaking and walking properly
FAMILY CONTACT
Prabir Das (Younger Brother)
Mobile: 94366 09570
Address: House No. 470, Colliery Colliney, Midland, near City Tower, Circular Road, Dimapur, Nagaland
The family has appealed to the public to share any information that may help locate Samir Das. They expressed hope that with the assistance of the police and media, he will be found safely soon.
