Delhi Police Intensively Questions Contractors in Janakpuri DJB Pit Death Investigation
In a significant development in the tragic case of Kamal Dhyani's death, Delhi Police conducted an extensive interrogation of two contractors on Wednesday. The contractors, identified as brothers Himanshu Gupta and Kavish Gupta, were questioned for approximately eight hours regarding the incident where Dhyani fell into an open Delhi Jal Board (DJB) pit in Janakpuri and lost his life.
Police Investigation Focuses on Maintenance and Responsibility
Police sources revealed that the questioning centered on multiple aspects of the case, with particular emphasis on issues related to the maintenance and safety protocols of the DJB pit. The contractors were allowed to depart after the lengthy interrogation session concluded.
This police action follows a court directive issued on Tuesday. After the Gupta brothers filed an application for anticipatory bail, the court instructed police not to take any coercive measures against them until February 18. This decision came after the contractors agreed to appear before the investigating officer on Wednesday as requested.
Victim's Family Demands Accountability and Systemic Change
Meanwhile, the grieving family of Kamal Dhyani held an emotional press conference on Wednesday, vociferously demanding accountability for the tragedy. Naresh Dhyani, the victim's father, expressed profound anguish and called for systemic reforms to prevent similar incidents.
"This incident should never be repeated," declared Naresh Dhyani. "I do not want any other family to endure a similar tragedy due to alleged negligence. Whoever is responsible for the negligence should be held accountable and face strict action."
Timeline of the Tragic Incident
The sequence of events reveals disturbing details about the case. Kamal Dhyani likely fell into the open pit around midnight on February 6. Shockingly, several individuals associated with the work at the site allegedly decided not to report the incident immediately.
His body was finally discovered around 8:00 AM after a concerned passer-by noticed the situation and alerted police authorities. The delay in reporting and discovery has raised serious questions about safety protocols and emergency response procedures at such construction and maintenance sites across Delhi.
The investigation continues as authorities examine whether proper safety measures were in place at the DJB pit site and whether negligence contributed to this preventable tragedy. The case has highlighted ongoing concerns about infrastructure safety and contractor accountability in urban development projects.
