IPS Jitendra Rana to Probe Patna NEET Student Death; Bihar Watches Closely

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News18•19-01-2026, 13:23
IPS Jitendra Rana to Probe Patna NEET Student Death; Bihar Watches Closely
- •An 18-year-old NEET student from Jehanabad died suspiciously at Shambhu Girls' Hostel in Chitragupta Nagar, Patna, sparking widespread outrage and protests.
- •Initial police investigation faced credibility issues, leading to the formation of a Special Investigation Team (SIT) headed by Patna Range IG Jitendra Rana.
- •The post-mortem report revealed injury and scratch marks at 10 places on the student's body, not ruling out 'sexual violence,' contradicting initial police claims of suicide by sleeping pills.
- •IPS Jitendra Rana, known for his strict and honest image, previously brandished an AK-47 in Patna in 2015 to control riots, earning him a reputation for bravery.
- •The hostel owner, Manish Kumar Ranjan, has been arrested, and the SIT is meticulously examining CCTV footage to uncover the truth in this high-profile case.
Why It Matters: IPS Jitendra Rana leads the SIT investigating the suspicious death of a NEET student in Patna, with Bihar awaiting justice.
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