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Judicial official found dead in Delhi; probe launched
Aman Kumar Sharma, 30, a judicial services official, died by suicide in the Safdarjung area of Delhi. He had been serving as Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority at Karkardooma Courts since October 2025. Delhi Police said the incident occurred on Saturday and a probe was launched.
Why It Matters
The death raises concerns about mental health support for public-service professionals and may prompt review of welfare and investigative procedures for staff.
Timeline
3 Events
Police probe into death launched
May 2, 2026
Delhi Police launched a probe into the death.
Death of Aman Kumar Sharma
May 2, 2026
A judicial services official Aman Kumar Sharma, 30, died by suicide in the Safdarjung area; police said.
Aman Kumar Sharma starts as Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority, Karkardooma Courts
October 2025
Aman Kumar Sharma began serving as Secretary of the District Legal Services Authority at Karkardooma Courts.