Madhya Pradesh CM orders probe into death of Dewas TI Dilip Puri
The Station House Officer died on Nemawar Road highway while participating in an operation to bust a liquor smuggling racket.
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav has ordered an impartial investigation into the death of Dewas Station House Officer (SHO) Dilip Puri. According to the Free Press Journal, Puri died on Nemawar Road highway while on duty during an operation to bust a liquor smuggling racket when a truck ran over him.
The incident occurred in the Khategaon police station area of Dewas district. Superintendent of Police (SP) Aditya Mishra said that the SHO and several other SHOs had received information regarding illegal liquor smuggling and formed five teams, including teams from Nemawar, Kannod, and Satwas, to verify the information.
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav stated that Special DG Upendra Jain has been dispatched to the incident site to investigate. The Chief Minister added that instructions have been issued to ensure strict action against those responsible.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan and Deputy CM Jagdish Devda expressed grief, noting that Puri performed his duties with dedication and courage. Deputy CM Devda described the death as an unfortunate accident that occurred while Puri was performing his duties.
Madhya Pradesh Minister Vishwas Sarang said it would be appropriate to comment only after a thorough investigation and that those found guilty will face severe action. However, PCC Chief Jitu Patwari criticised the government for negligence and demanded an impartial investigation into the smuggling network.
The mortal remains of the deceased official were taken to his ancestral village of Barmandal following a tribute ceremony at the Khategaon Police Station premises.