Janakpuri Biker Death: Court Directs Contractors to Join Investigation, Grants Interim Relief Until February 18
In a significant development in the tragic Janakpuri biker death case, a Dwarka court in Delhi has issued directives for the contractors involved to participate in the ongoing police investigation. The court has also provided interim protection, ordering that no coercive action be taken against the contractors until February 18, 2026.
Court Proceedings and Contractor Commitments
The contractors, identified as brothers Himanshu Gupta and Kavish Gupta, appeared before the Dwarka court on Tuesday. During the proceedings, they formally undertook to appear before the Investigating Officer (IO) at 10 am on Wednesday. This commitment was made as part of the court's directive for them to join the probe into the incident that led to the death of 25-year-old Kamal Dhyani.
The contractors had previously received notices from the police to appear on Monday but informed the court that they "could not do so due to ill health." Their anticipatory bail pleas are scheduled to be heard on February 18, the same date until which the court has granted protection from coercive action.
Expanded Legal Framework in FIR
Police sources have confirmed that three new sections have been added to the First Information Report (FIR) in this case. These additional charges pertain to:
- Destruction of evidence
- Criminal conspiracy
- Common intention
The expansion of the FIR indicates a broadening of the investigative scope as authorities examine potential criminal elements beyond the initial negligence allegations.
Background of the Tragic Incident
The case stems from a fatal accident that occurred on the intervening night of February 5 and 6, 2026. Kamal Dhyani, a resident of Kailashpuri who worked at a private bank, was returning home when he fell into an uncovered 15-foot-deep pit in West Delhi's Janakpuri area.
The pit had been dug by the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) as part of infrastructure work, and the absence of proper safety measures and covering at the site has been identified as a primary factor in the tragedy. The incident has raised serious questions about construction site safety protocols and contractor accountability in public works projects.
Ongoing Investigation and Legal Process
The court's directive for the contractors to join the probe represents a crucial step in the investigative process. By requiring their appearance before the Investigating Officer, the court aims to facilitate a thorough examination of their role and responsibilities in the project that led to the fatal pit.
The interim protection until February 18 provides a window for the contractors to participate in the investigation while their anticipatory bail applications are pending. This balanced approach allows the legal process to proceed while ensuring procedural fairness for all parties involved.
As the investigation continues, authorities are expected to examine multiple aspects of the case, including safety compliance, contractor oversight, and the specific circumstances that led to the uncovered pit remaining hazardous to public safety. The addition of new sections to the FIR suggests investigators are exploring potential criminal dimensions beyond mere negligence.
