Archive · 11 Sep 2026
Chhattisgarh Man Dies in Custody; Family Alleges Police Assault
Shiv Sahis was detained by police in Chhattisgarh over an alleged liquor case.
Police said they found 20 litres of illicit mahua liquor at his home.
While at the police station, his health suddenly became worse.
Doctors said he appeared to have had a seizure.
He was taken to hospitals but died on Thursday morning.
His family believes police officers hurt him and wants the case investigated.
Police said the exact cause of death is not known yet.
A judicial inquiry and a post-mortem examination are expected to provide more information.
Shiv Sahis, 35, died during treatment at Janjgir district hospital on Thursday morning.
Police said Sahis suffered a suspected seizure after being detained in an Excise Act case.
Police alleged he had 20 litres of illicit mahua liquor at his home.
Sahis’ family alleged that police officers assaulted him in custody and demanded an investigation.
A judicial inquiry was ordered, while constable Ishwari Rathore was suspended for alleged negligence.
- Who
- Shiv Sahis, a 35-year-old man, died while in police custody; his family, police officials and constable Ishwari Rathore are involved in the case.
- What
- Sahis died during hospital treatment after becoming ill in custody; his family alleged assault, while police cited a suspected seizure.
- When
- He was detained on Wednesday and died at about 8 a.m. on Thursday.
- Where
- The incident occurred in the Champa police station area of Chhattisgarh’s Janjgir-Champa district, and Sahis died at the district hospital in Janjgir.
- Why
- Police said he was detained in an Excise Act case over alleged illegal liquor sale; the cause of death remains pending a post-mortem report.
Police Account
Family Allegations
Cause of death
Police Account
Police said Sahis’ health deteriorated suddenly, doctors suspected a seizure, and the exact cause would be established by the post-mortem examination.
Family Allegations
Sahis’ family alleged that he was assaulted by police officers while in custody.
Handling of the case
Police Account
Police said required procedure was followed, including a medical examination, but suspended constable Ishwari Rathore over alleged negligence and indiscipline.
Family Allegations
The family demanded an investigation into the alleged assault and suspicious circumstances surrounding his death.
- Deceased
- Shiv Sahis, 35
- Detention case
- An Excise Act case involving alleged possession of 20 litres of illicit mahua liquor
- Reported medical event
- Doctors said Sahis appeared to have suffered a seizure
- Time of death
- Around 8 a.m. on Thursday, during treatment
- Inquiry
- A judicial inquiry was ordered
- Police action
- Constable Ishwari Rathore was suspended for alleged gross negligence and indiscipline
- Public response
- Family members and others protested at Champa police station