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CM Hemant Soren orders CBI probe into Jharkhand tribal activist’s death; SHO suspended

Hindustan Times Nov 11, 2026 at 05:45 AM IST India
CM Hemant Soren orders CBI probe into Jharkhand...

AI summary

Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren ordered a CBI investigation into the death of tribal activist Nisha Bhagat, who allegedly committed suicide after accusing the government of harassment. The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes simultaneously directed state officials to submit a report within seven days, while the local police station officer was suspended.

Key takeaways

  • Chief Minister Hemant Soren ordered a CBI probe into the activist's death.
  • The NCST directed state officials to submit a report within seven days.
  • The Pithoria police station officer was suspended following conspiracy allegations.
  • Police registered an FIR against two accused based on the father's complaint.
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