Even as the BJD MLA Jhina Hikaka's release has come as a big relief, the fate of Sukma Collector Alex Paul Menon hangs in balance. Sources say that negotiations for his release is expected to start today, as two Maoist named mediators Former national SCST commission chairperson BD sharma and Professor Hargopal have reached Raipur. Meanwhile, NewsX has spoken exclusively to Manish Kunjam, who has first hand information on the abducted collector's health. Kunjam was named by the Naxals as mediator for the release of Sukma Collector Alex Menon's release.