Court Awaiting Report Before Deciding on FIR Over Clerk's Tragic Death

The Delhi High Court has deferred directing an FIR into the suicide of a 43-year-old clerk, citing ongoing proceedings under Section 194 of the BNSS. The court highlighted the administration's proactive steps and anticipated an audit to address clerical vacancies, focusing on rationalizing workload and filling positions.

The Delhi High Court on Wednesday held back from ordering the registration of an FIR regarding the death of a 43-year-old administrative clerk, citing the ongoing procedures under Section 194 of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS). The court is waiting for a report from the executive magistrate.

A public interest litigation, filed by Anand Legal Aid Forum Trust, is pushing for an FIR and addressing clerical vacancies. The High Court bench, led by Chief Justice D K Upadhyaya, reassured that the administration is tackling the issue through an audit to evaluate staff requirements and workload distribution.

Harish Singh Mahar, the deceased, allegedly took his own life due to work pressure. The court emphasized that steps will be taken swiftly to fill vacancies, with ongoing efforts to balance the workload in courts. The case also highlighted vacancies of over 3,000 clerical positions in district courts.

(With inputs from agencies.)