Dewas TI murder case: Madhya Pradesh CM announces Rs1 crore aid, SI job for wife; truck owner arrested

An ex-gratia of Rs 1 crore for the family and and a compassionate appointment as Sub-Inspector (SI) to the wife of police officer Dilip Puri, was announced by the MP Chief Minister. Puri was allegedly crushed to death by smugglers during an operation. Police officers at the spot revealed the truck carrying illicit liquor in Dewas district crushed him to death.

Puri was leading a police team attempting to intercept a suspected liquor-smuggling vehicle. According to police, the truck allegedly ran over the officer when its driver attempted to flee during the operation at the Harda-Nemawar highway in Khategaon. Puri was rushed to hospital but succumbed to his injuries.

Yadav has directed Special Director General Upendra Jain to oversee an impartial investigation and ordered strict action against those involved.

Meanwhile, police have arrested the Eicher truck owner, Keram Singh, from Alirajpur district. He is accused of escorting the vehicle carrying the suspected illicit liquor. The investigation is also examining the source and transportation network of the consignment.

In a latest development, authorities suspended the licences of three liquor shops in Timarni, Harda district, as investigation deepened. An assistant district excise officer and two excise constables have also been suspended. A liquor contractor’s manager has been taken into custody for questioning.

The investigation is underway to establish the alleged links between the liquor shops, transportation network and those involved in the officer’s death.

Mortal remains of the officer were brought to Omaxe city Indore where last tributes were paid. His final rites will be held in his ancestral village.