The tragic death of senior Haryana IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar, who was found with a gunshot wound at his Chandigarh residence on October 7, 2025, has ignited widespread outrage and political discourse across India.
Kumar’s wife, IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar, has accused 14 senior officials—including Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarniya and Haryana DGP Shatrujeet Singh Kapur—of caste-based discrimination, harassment, and mental abuse, which she alleges led to her husband’s suicide.
Key Developments:
Rohtak SP Transferred
In response to mounting pressure, the Haryana government transferred Narendra Bijarniya, a 2015-batch IPS officer, from his position as Rohtak SP.
This action follows allegations that Bijarniya was named in Kumar’s “final note” and was involved in the harassment.
Surinder Singh Bhoria, a 2014-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the new Rohtak SP. The government stated that Bijarniya’s new posting orders would be issued separately
FIR Updated to Include SC/ST Act Provisions
Following a formal request from Amneet P. Kumar, the Chandigarh Police have updated the FIR to include charges under the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act.
This amendment reflects the caste-based nature of the alleged harassment and is a significant step in addressing the family’s concerns
Family Demands Arrests and Justice
Amneet P. Kumar has demanded the immediate arrest of both DGP Kapur and SP Bijarniya, along with all other officers named in her husband’s final note.
She has refused consent for a post-mortem until these arrests are made, expressing distrust in the authorities
Political and Social Reactions
- BSP Chief Mayawati has called for a thorough, time-bound, and independent investigation into the case, highlighting caste-based exploitation and harassment as potential causes of Kumar’s death
- Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge expressed grief and solidarity in a letter to Amneet P. Kumar, urging a closer examination of the work environment and mental health support within the police services
- Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann criticized the Haryana government for allegedly protecting “blue-eyed officers” and urged immediate action against those named in the suicide note
SIT Formed for Investigation
The Haryana Police have established a Special Investigation Team (SIT) to probe the circumstances surrounding Kumar’s death. The SIT’s mandate is to uncover the truth and ensure accountability
Public Sentiment and Ongoing Protests
The incident has sparked protests and public outcry, particularly among Dalit and Bahujan communities. A 31-member panel has been formed to announce a Mahapanchayat at 2 pm on Sunday at Chandigarh’s Sector 20 Guru Ravidas Gurdwara to decide the next course of action.
The family has also raised concerns about the handling of the body, alleging that it was moved without their consent
Conclusion
The death of Y. Puran Kumar has highlighted issues of caste-based discrimination and systemic harassment within the police force.
As the SIT investigates the case, the calls for justice and accountability continue to grow louder. The outcome of this investigation may set a precedent for how such cases are handled in the future and could lead to significant reforms within the law enforcement community.
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