Social Welfare Department officer dies at his office in Tumakuru, alleges harassment by senior in a video

Sat Mar 21 14:53:01 UTC 2026: ### Social Welfare Official in Tumakuru Dies by Suicide, Alleging Harassment

The Story:
An Assistant Director of the Social Welfare Department in Tumakuru, identified as Mallikarjunaiah G.E., died by suicide at his office in Pavagada on Friday, March 21, 2026. Before his death, Mallikarjunaiah recorded a video alleging harassment by his senior officer. The police have registered a case against Krishnappa, Joint Director of the Social Welfare Department, Tumakuru, under Section 108 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, for abetment to suicide.

Key Points:

• The incident occurred on March 21, 2026, in Pavagada, Tumakuru district.
• The deceased is Mallikarjunaiah G.E., an Assistant Director of the Social Welfare Department.
• A video recorded by the deceased alleges harassment by his senior officer.
• Krishnappa, Joint Director of the Social Welfare Department, has been booked under Section 108 of Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023, for abetment to suicide.

Key Takeaways:

• The suicide of a government official alleging harassment highlights potential issues of workplace misconduct within the Social Welfare Department in Tumakuru.
• The prompt police action in booking the senior officer indicates a serious approach to addressing such allegations.
• This incident may trigger further investigation into the working environment and management practices within the department.

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