The tragic death of Haryana IPS officer Y. Puran Kumar has sent shockwaves across the state, leading to DGP Shatrujeet Kapur being sent on leave. Kumar was discovered deceased from a gunshot wound at his Chandigarh residence on October 7th, in an incident authorities are investigating as a suspected suicide. The case has ignited widespread anger and demands for accountability, particularly after a note recovered from the scene implicated eight senior Haryana police officials, including DGP Kapur, in allegations of severe caste-based discrimination, relentless mental harassment, and public humiliation. The allegations suggest a deeply concerning pattern of mistreatment against the officer. In response to the mounting pressure and growing calls for a thorough investigation, the Haryana government has placed top officials on high alert, emphasizing the need to maintain peace and communal harmony. Directives have been issued to all senior officials, urging constant communication with community leaders and vigilant monitoring of ground-level developments to prevent any disturbances. This heightened state of alert underscores the government’s commitment to law and order during this sensitive period. The Governor of Haryana has appointed Sh. Om Parkash Singh as the acting DGP while the investigation into this distressing case continues.
