Cuttack: A man reportedly jumped into Mahanadi river at Jobra in Odisha's Cuttack city today in a bid to end his life.

He was identified as Prashant Rout of Chhatra Bazar area here.

On being informed about the incident, Fire Services personnel rushed to the spot and initiated efforts to trace the missing man.

Prashant's slippers and motorcycle were found at the spot, though his mobile phone was missing.

The reason behind his extreme step remains unknown.

As per reports, Prashant did not return home last night. His family members said he often visited the Lover's Point near the Odisha State Maritime Museum at night. Before the incident, Prashant had called his younger brother, asking him to take care of their mother.