Delhi Tragedy: 29-Year-Old Woman Sub-Inspector Dies by Suicide at Rohini Residence, Police Launch Inquest

In a tragic and deeply concerning incident, a 29-year-old woman sub-inspector with the Delhi Police, identified as Savita, was found dead at her home in Rohini’s Sector 11. The young officer, posted at Aman Vihar Police Station, allegedly died by suicide on July 25, 2025. As the city reels from the news, the police have initiated a detailed investigation to uncover the circumstances surrounding her untimely death.

What Happened: The Incident

According to Delhi Police officials and initial media reports, the incident came to light when Savita’s brother, who lived in the same house, found the main door to her room locked. Concerned after multiple unanswered calls, he broke in through a grill and found her hanging from a ceiling fan using a dupatta.

Emergency services were contacted immediately, but by the time police reached the scene and medical help arrived, she was declared dead at the spot.

Who Was She?

Savita was a 2021-batch Delhi Police recruit, originally hailing from Chhara village in Jhajjar, Haryana. She had recently moved to a government-provided flat in Rohini Sector 11 and had been serving at Aman Vihar police station — one of Delhi’s more high-pressure zones.

She was known to be sincere and disciplined, say colleagues. “A bright officer with a calm temperament,” said one senior official under anonymity. “No disciplinary issues were ever recorded against her.”

Investigation: What Police Are Probing

The outer north district police have registered a case under Section 174 of the CrPC (pertaining to unnatural deaths) and initiated an inquest. Here’s what’s happening:

• Crime scene has been sealed and evidence collected.
• Her mobile phone, diary, and personal items have been sent for forensic analysis.
• Police are reviewing CCTV footage in and around the building.
• Interviews are underway with colleagues, friends, and neighbors to piece together her mental state.

No Suicide Note Found

As of now, no note has been recovered, adding complexity to the investigation.

Possible Clues from Digital Footprints

Investigators believe her mobile phone could be key in understanding what led to this decision:

• Was there any form of online harassment, personal distress, or threats?
• Did she communicate any last thoughts to friends or family?
• Were there signs of workplace stress in recent messages?

The forensic team is scanning messages, call logs, and emails for clues.

Mental Health and Stress in the Police Force

While the reason for Savita’s extreme step remains unknown, mental health stressors in policing are well-documented:

• Long and irregular hours
• Exposure to trauma and violence
• Pressure from political or departmental hierarchy
• Lack of emotional outlets and professional counseling

In the past 2 years, over a dozen police personnel in Delhi and NCR have either died by suicide or reported suicidal ideation. Our forces need trained counselors, not just weapons and drills,” said a retired IPS officer on background. “Mental well-being must be embedded in the system.

Women in Uniform: Double the Pressure?

For women officers like Savita, the burden is often doubled:

• Balancing duty and domestic expectations
• Facing bias or harassment in male-dominated precincts
• Societal scrutiny, especially around marriage, mobility, or relationships

Savita’s family has not spoken publicly yet, but police sources say no foul play is suspected so far.

Similar Incidents Raise Alarm

This isn’t the first such case:

• May 2025: A Delhi Police ASI allegedly shot himself in East Delhi; he was found by his wife in the washroom.
• August 2024: An ASI posted at Civil Lines Police Station was found dead by suicide in the barracks — no note left.
• 2023: A woman constable from Rohini’s police lines took her own life after facing alleged harassment from a senior.

The National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) recorded over 300 police personnel suicides in India in 2024 alone.

Legal Proceedings: What Happens Under Section 174 CrPC?

When an unnatural or unexplained death occurs, the police:

1. Inform the nearest magistrate and request an inquest.
2. Send the body for autopsy at a government hospital.
3. Preserve all digital and physical evidence.
4. In case of suspicious findings, convert the case into IPC 302 (murder) or 306 (abetment).