New Delhi: Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar has formally written to the Union government, requesting that the investigation into the death of a National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) aspirant in Patna be taken up by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI). The chief minister stated that the case must be investigated transparently and fairly to ensure justice for the student and her family.
Bihar Deputy CM Samrat Choudhary confirmed the news on Saturday on his X account.
The case, registered as Case No. 14/26, relates to an 18-year-old girl who was preparing for the NEET in a private hostel in Patna. She was found unconscious in her room earlier this month and later died in the hospital, according to reports. Authorities initially treated the matter as a possible suicide. However, questions soon emerged about the circumstances surrounding her death.
Her family has consistently rejected the suicide theory and alleged foul play. They have accused investigative agencies of downplaying critical aspects of the case and have repeatedly demanded a central probe. Recent public demonstrations by students and residents in Patna have highlighted growing concerns over how the matter was handled locally.
Earlier, police suspended two officers for failing to take timely action and gather crucial intelligence early in the investigation. The State government’s move to seek a CBI investigation reflects both public pressure and political consensus that the matter should be examined without bias.
