Patel quota violence: Youth commits suicide in Surat | Latest News India - Hindustan Times
close_game
close_game

Patel quota violence: Youth commits suicide in Surat

PTI | By, Surat
Apr 19, 2016 10:05 AM IST

A 27-year-old Patel youth, who was actively involved in the quota agitation here ended his life allegedly by consuming poisonous substance “out of shock” upon learning about the police action against Patel quota leaders in Mehsana, claim Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) leaders.

A 27-year-old Patel youth, who was actively involved in the quota agitation here ended his life allegedly by consuming poisonous substance “out of shock” upon learning about the police action against Patel quota leaders in Mehsana, claim Patidar Anamat Andolan Samiti (PAAS) leaders.

Bhavin Khunt (27), who was associated with quota body PAAS in Surat, committed suicide by consuming poisonous substance.(PTI Photo)
Bhavin Khunt (27), who was associated with quota body PAAS in Surat, committed suicide by consuming poisonous substance.(PTI Photo)

However, police said that it is a matter of investigation on why the young man committed suicide.

Hindustan Times - your fastest source for breaking news! Read now.

Bhavin Khunt (27), who was associated with quota body PAAS in the city, committed suicide by consuming poisonous substance at his residence in Puna Gam area here last evening, said Surat PAAS convener Nikhil Savani.

According to Savani, Khunt was in deep shock after he learned about the violent clashes between police and Patel agitators at Mehsana, where Patel community members had gathered for a ‘Jail Bharo’ agitation.

“Khunt was actively involved with PAAS. He was deeply hurt when he learned about police action against Patel agitators in Mehsana yesterday. Out of pain and shock, he consumed poisonous pills at around 7 PM yesterday at his house in Puna Gam area,” said Savani.

“He was then rushed to a private hospital in Varachha area, where he died during midnight. Khunt was a native of Babra taluka of Amreli district and settled in Surat since many years. He was into textile marketing,” said Savani, adding that Khunt’s last rites were performed today afternoon.

Puna Gam police lodged a case in this regard and started further inquiry into the matter.

Though PAAS claims that Khunt ended his life out of shock, police have refused to accept this argument.

According to police inspector of Puna Gam, Vinod Patel, it is matter of investigation as to why Khunt ended his life.

“PAAS claims that Khunt was in shock because of the violence in Mehsana. PAAS also claims that he was harassed by police. Since Khunt was never detained by police, there is no question of harassment. We are yet to find out the exact reasons that led Khunt to commit suicide,” said Patel.

Unveiling Elections 2024: The Big Picture', a fresh segment in HT's talk show 'The Interview with Kumkum Chadha', where leaders across the political spectrum discuss the upcoming general elections. Watch now!

Get Current Updates on India News, Election 2024, Arvind Kejriwal News Live, Bihar Board 10th Result 2024 Live along with Latest News and Top Headlines from India and around the world.
SHARE THIS ARTICLE ON
Share this article
SHARE
Story Saved
Live Score
OPEN APP
Saved Articles
Following
My Reads
Sign out
New Delhi 0C
Thursday, March 28, 2024
Start 14 Days Free Trial Subscribe Now
Follow Us On