**Man Commits Suicide in Uttarakhand, Blames BJP Leader for Fraud**
A tragic incident unfolded in Uttarakhand’s Pauri district, where a man named Jitendra Singh took his own life, alleging that a BJP leader had defrauded him of Rs 35 lakh under the guise of securing land approval. In a poignant video recorded prior to his death, Singh accused BJP leader Himanshu Chamoli of being responsible for his demise, stating that the ordeal had subjected him to relentless mental anguish, ultimately leading him to suicide.
In the video, Singh claimed that Chamoli misled him by falsely presenting himself as an Officer on Special Duty (OSD) in the Uttarakhand Chief Minister’s Office, assuring him that he would facilitate the land approval process while continuously demanding money. Singh also mentioned two other individuals involved in the agreement, further complicating the situation.
Following the incident, local police and forensic teams arrived at the scene to gather evidence, and Singh’s body was sent for a post-mortem examination. Himanshu Chamoli has since been taken into custody. SSP Pauri, Lokeshwar Singh, confirmed that the video containing Singh’s statements has been secured as evidence, and an investigation into the financial transactions related to the land deal is underway.
The Chief Minister’s Office has categorically denied the claims made in Singh’s video, asserting that no individual named Himanshu Chamoli holds the position of OSD in the CM’s Office. The statement emphasized that the allegations are false and misleading, urging individuals to verify claims before engaging in financial transactions.
The village where Singh resided is now engulfed in grief and anger following his untimely death. At just 32 years old, he was the eldest of four siblings, and his family resides in Dehradun. Villagers described him as a friendly and simple person who had been under significant financial and mental strain. They are now calling for stringent action against those involved in the alleged fraud.
In response to the incident, BJP’s media in-charge, Manveer Chauhan, announced that Himanshu Chamoli has been expelled from all party positions.
**FAQ**
**What led to Jitendra Singh’s suicide?**
Jitendra Singh committed suicide after alleging that BJP leader Himanshu Chamoli defrauded him of Rs 35 lakh, promising land approval that never materialized.
