Delhi Court Reviews Charge Sheet In UPSC Aspirant Drowning Case

Coaching Centre Death

The Rouse Avenue court in Delhi is set to review the charge sheet filed by the Central Bureau of Investigation in the tragic case of 3 UPSC aspirants who died in a flooded coaching center.

The incident occurred on July 27 at the Rau’s IAS Study Circle in Old Rajinder Nagar, where the basement became inundated.

The CBI has charged 6 individuals, including CEO Abhishek Gupta and Coordinator Deshpal Singh, along with building owners Parvinder Singh, Tejinder Singh, Harvinder Singh, and Sarabjit Singh.

Notably, the driver of the SUV involved in the case, Manuj Kathuria, has not been included in the charge sheet.

The accused face serious allegations, including criminal conspiracy and culpable homicide.

The Additional Chief Judicial Magistrate (ACJM) will now consider the details of the charge sheet against these six accused. On September 23, the Rouse Avenue court granted interim bail to both Abhishek Gupta and Deshpal Singh.

Prior to this, the Delhi High Court had also granted interim bail to the four co-owners: Sarabjit Singh, Tejinder Singh, Harvinder Singh, and Parvinder Singh.

The investigation into this case was transferred to the CBI on August 2, following a decision by the Delhi High Court. This came after the Tis Hazari Court granted bail to Manuj Kathuria, the SUV driver, on August 1. The court further ordered the release of the vehicle to him on September 4.

The events surrounding this case have raised significant concerns regarding safety protocols in coaching centers and accountability for such tragic incidents. The CBI’s investigation aims to uncover the circumstances that led to the unfortunate deaths of the students, as well as the roles of those involved.

Court’s upcoming consideration of the charge sheet is a critical step in the legal proceedings, as it will determine the course of justice for the families affected by this tragedy. The case has drawn public attention, highlighting the need for stricter regulations and oversight in educational institutions to prevent similar occurrences in the future.

As the legal process unfolds, the families of the deceased and the broader community await justice, hoping that the findings will lead to meaningful changes in the way coaching centers operate, ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.