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Crime
Tripura Chief Minister Declares DGP Anurag Dhankar’s Death a Suicide, Probe Ongoing
✍️ India Today
🗓 28 Aug 2026, 06:18 PM
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Tripura’s chief minister said the death of Director General of Police Anurag Dhankar was a suicide and that a formal investigation has been launched.
Tripura’s chief minister publicly stated that the recent death of the state’s Director General of Police, Anurag Dhankar, has been classified as a suicide. The announcement came after initial reports raised questions about the circumstances surrounding the senior officer’s demise.
The CM emphasized that there is no evidence of foul play at this stage, but underscored the need for a thorough, transparent inquiry to address any lingering doubts among the public and the police fraternity.
A formal probe has been ordered, with senior officials tasked to collect forensic evidence, interview witnesses and submit a detailed report to the state government. Authorities have pledged to share the findings as soon as the investigation concludes.
The CM emphasized that there is no evidence of foul play at this stage, but underscored the need for a thorough, transparent inquiry to address any lingering doubts among the public and the police fraternity.
A formal probe has been ordered, with senior officials tasked to collect forensic evidence, interview witnesses and submit a detailed report to the state government. Authorities have pledged to share the findings as soon as the investigation concludes.