Key Points
- IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar files complaint against Haryana DGP Shatrujhan Singh Kapoor and Rohtak SP Narendra Bijarnia on October 8, 2025
- Complaint filed at 8:55 PM demands FIR under Section 108 (abetment to suicide) and SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act
- IG Y. Puran Kumar found dead from gunshot wound at Chandigarh residence on October 7, 2025
- Wife alleges “systematic murder” through years of harassment targeting SC community officer
- Corruption case filed against deceased officer’s gunman Sushil Kumar days before death
- SP Bijarnia denies involvement, states full faith in Chandigarh police investigation
- Case highlights alleged caste discrimination within senior police administration
Chandigarh: The tragic suicide of Haryana Inspector General of Police Y. Puran Kumar has escalated into a major controversy with serious allegations of institutional harassment and caste-based discrimination. On Wednesday evening, October 8, 2025, the deceased officer’s wife, senior IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar, filed a formal complaint with Chandigarh police at 8:55 PM, demanding immediate registration of an FIR and arrests of two high-ranking police officials Haryana Director General of Police Shatrujhan Singh Kapoor and Rohtak Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarnia.
The complaint seeks legal action under Section 108 of the Indian Penal Code, which addresses abetment to suicide, along with stringent provisions of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act. This legal framework carries severe penalties and mandatory investigation protocols, signaling the gravity of allegations being leveled against the state’s top police leadership.
“Not Suicide, But Systematic Murder”
In her detailed complaint, IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar categorically rejected the characterization of her husband’s death as a simple suicide case. She alleged that IG Puran Kumar’s death resulted directly from years of systematic harassment, humiliation, and targeted persecution by powerful superiors within the Haryana Police hierarchy, specifically naming DGP Shatrujhan Singh Kapoor as the primary perpetrator.
“This was not a simple suicide, but a systematic murder,” Amneet stated in her complaint, emphasizing that her husband—described as an officer of impeccable integrity and sensitivity endured relentless professional persecution specifically because of his Scheduled Caste background and his unwavering commitment to honest policing.
The IAS officer’s complaint included a pointed statement about institutional accountability: “Justice must not only be done, but must be seen to be done, even for families like ours, who have been shattered by the brutality of powerful people.” This language suggests deep distrust in existing investigation mechanisms and demands transparent, impartial scrutiny of the circumstances leading to her husband’s death.
Timeline of Events Leading to Death
IG Y. Puran Kumar was found dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound at his official residence in Sector 11, Chandigarh, on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The senior IPS officer’s death sent shockwaves through Haryana’s administrative and police establishment, given his position as Inspector General a rank that places officers among the state’s top law enforcement leadership.
According to sources within the investigation, the timing of Kumar’s death carries significant implications. Just two days before his death, on October 5, 2025, an FIR was registered at the Urban Estate police station in Rohtak against Kumar’s personal security officer (gunman), Sushil Kumar, on charges of corruption and extortion.
The corruption case alleged that gunman Sushil Kumar had been demanding monthly bribes from individuals, purportedly acting on instructions from IG Puran Kumar himself. During police custody interrogation, Sushil Kumar reportedly confessed to the bribery scheme and implicated his superior officer, creating a serious professional and legal crisis for the IG just days before his death.
Allegations of Years-Long Harassment
Amneet P. Kumar’s complaint paints a picture of sustained institutional persecution spanning several years. She alleges that her husband faced continuous humiliation and professional harassment from senior officers, particularly DGP Kapoor, that went beyond normal administrative oversight or disciplinary procedures.
The invocation of the SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act is particularly significant, as it suggests the alleged harassment was not merely professional disagreement but carried elements of caste-based discrimination. The Act provides enhanced legal protections and investigation requirements when members of Scheduled Castes or Scheduled Tribes face atrocities, abuse, or discrimination.
According to the complaint, the harassment targeted IG Puran Kumar specifically because he maintained strict ethical standards and refused to compromise on integrity despite pressure from superiors. This characterization positions the deceased officer as an honest whistleblower-type figure who faced retaliation for refusing to participate in or overlook corruption within the department.
SP Bijarnia’s Response and Denial
Responding to the allegations, Rohtak Superintendent of Police Narendra Bijarnia categorically denied any wrongdoing or involvement in harassment of IG Puran Kumar. In a statement to The Times of India, SP Bijarnia clarified several key points:
First, he emphasized that the Rohtak police investigation into the corruption allegations neither named IG Puran Kumar as an accused nor summoned him for questioning at any point. This distinction is crucial, as it suggests the investigation targeted the gunman’s actions rather than directly implicating the senior officer.
Second, SP Bijarnia defended the corruption FIR against gunman Sushil Kumar, stating it was “based on solid evidence and facts” and represented legitimate law enforcement action rather than targeted harassment of IG Kumar.
Third, regarding the complaint filed against him by Amneet P. Kumar, SP Bijarnia expressed “full faith” in the Chandigarh police investigation, stating confidence in their capability to conduct an impartial inquiry. This measured response suggests a strategy of allowing the investigation process to address the allegations rather than engaging in public confrontation.
Institutional and Caste Dynamics
The case has brought renewed attention to persistent allegations of caste-based discrimination within India’s elite administrative and police services. Despite constitutional protections and reservation policies designed to promote representation from Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in higher civil services, numerous cases have highlighted continuing discrimination faced by officers from these communities.
IG Puran Kumar’s case, if allegations prove substantiated, would represent a particularly egregious example—a senior officer with decades of service and high rank still subjected to systematic harassment allegedly based on caste identity. The involvement of the state’s top police officer (DGP) in the allegations adds another layer of institutional concern about accountability mechanisms when the alleged perpetrators hold the highest positions of authority.
The SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act application requires investigating agencies to follow specific procedures, including mandatory registration of FIRs, restrictions on anticipatory bail for accused persons, and expedited trial procedures. These provisions aim to provide meaningful protection against caste-based persecution, particularly when victims face powerful perpetrators.
Investigation and Next Steps
The Chandigarh Police now face the sensitive task of investigating allegations against Haryana’s top police leadership while maintaining impartiality and thoroughness. The complaint filed by IAS officer Amneet P. Kumar will require verification of her allegations regarding years of systematic harassment, examination of the timing and circumstances of the corruption FIR against the gunman, and assessment of whether caste-based discrimination occurred.
Potential investigation avenues include:
Documentary Evidence: Examination of official communications, performance evaluations, transfer orders, and disciplinary records related to IG Puran Kumar to identify patterns of differential treatment
Witness Testimonies: Statements from colleagues, subordinates, and other officers who observed interactions between IG Kumar and his superiors, particularly DGP Kapoor
Forensic Analysis: Review of the gunman’s corruption case to determine whether the FIR was filed with legitimate basis or as a harassment mechanism targeting IG Kumar
Mental State Assessment: Psychological evaluation and examination of any suicide note, communications, or behavioral changes exhibited by IG Kumar before his death
The case has also raised questions about institutional protections for honest officers and whether existing grievance mechanisms adequately address harassment when it originates from the highest levels of departmental leadership.
Broader Implications
This tragedy highlights several systemic issues within Indian police and administrative services:
Accountability Gaps: When allegations involve DGPs and other top leadership, existing internal complaint mechanisms may prove inadequate, requiring external oversight
Caste Discrimination Persistence: Despite decades of affirmative action policies, caste-based prejudice reportedly continues affecting career progression and treatment of officers from SC/ST backgrounds
Whistleblower Protection: Officers who maintain strict integrity standards may face professional isolation and retaliation, creating perverse incentives against honest administration
Mental Health Support: The intense pressures faced by senior officers, particularly when subjected to harassment or facing corruption allegations, require robust mental health support systems currently lacking in most police departments
As the investigation proceeds, the case of IG Y. Puran Kumar’s death will test whether justice mechanisms can effectively hold powerful officials accountable and whether families of SC/ST officers receive the protection and redress promised under law. The outcome will carry significant implications for institutional reform and anti-discrimination efforts across India’s civil services.
