Tragedy Strikes Mohali: Businessman's Suicide Prompts FIR Against Senior Punjab Police Officer

A pall of grief and shock has fallen over Mohali following the tragic suicide of local businessman Narinder Singh, 45, known affectionately as Nindi. The incident, which saw Narinder found hanging at his Phase-11 residence, has rapidly escalated into a high-stakes investigation, as a suicide note recovered from the scene directly implicates a senior Punjab Police officer and two other individuals, alleging harassment and extortion.

The suicide note, a poignant and disturbing testament, names Senior Superintendent of Police (SSP) Harcharan Singh Bhullar, then serving as AIG, Counter Intelligence, SAS Nagar, along with Paramjit Singh (Pamma) and another individual identified as Kala.

In his final written words, Narinder accused these individuals of relentless harassment, demanding exorbitant sums of money, and issuing threats related to a property dispute.

Specifically, the note detailed how SSP Bhullar allegedly demanded a staggering Rs 50 lakh as 'protection money' concerning a property in Sunny Enclave, Sector 125, Mohali.

This severe allegation paints a grim picture of the pressure Narinder Singh was reportedly under, leading him to take such a drastic step. The family has corroborated these claims, with Narinder’s brother, Harjit Singh, confirming his sibling was under immense stress due to ongoing harassment and a protracted property dispute.

In response to the gravity of the allegations, Mohali police have registered a First Information Report (FIR) under a comprehensive list of serious charges.

These include Section 306 (abetment to suicide), 384 (extortion), 420 (cheating), 465 (forgery), 467 (forgery of valuable security), 468 (forgery for purpose of cheating), 471 (using forged document as genuine), 506 (criminal intimidation), and 120-B (criminal conspiracy) of the Indian Penal Code (IPC).

The case has been registered at the Phase-11 police station, marking the beginning of a thorough legal process.

The Punjab government has swiftly responded to the serious nature of the accusations, transferring SSP Harcharan Singh Bhullar from his post. Furthermore, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been constituted, spearheaded by SP (Rural) Mohali, to delve deep into the allegations and ensure a fair and transparent probe.

This move underscores the administration's commitment to uncover the truth and deliver justice in what has become a sensitive and high-profile case.

While the family mourns and demands justice, SSP Bhullar has vehemently denied all allegations, asserting his innocence. He has publicly stated that Narinder Singh was known for being embroiled in numerous property disputes and had a history of involvement in fraud cases.

Bhullar further claimed that Narinder had previously attempted to falsely implicate him. These counter-allegations add another layer of complexity to the unfolding investigation, promising a rigorous examination of all facts and testimonies.

As the Mohali community grapples with the loss of Narinder Singh, all eyes are on the ongoing SIT investigation.

The outcome of this probe will not only determine the fate of those named in the suicide note but also send a strong message regarding accountability and the rule of law within the state's administrative and law enforcement circles.