Engineer Yuvraj Mehta Death: SIT Expands Probe, Top Officials Under Scanner

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News18•22-01-2026, 17:08
Engineer Yuvraj Mehta Death: SIT Expands Probe, Top Officials Under Scanner
- •Software engineer Yuvraj Mehta died after his car fell into an unmarked ditch in Noida's Sector 150, sparking widespread outrage.
- •The ditch, meant for a commercial project's basement, lacked barricades, warning signs, or fencing, leading to the fatal accident.
- •Yuvraj screamed for help for 90 minutes; delayed rescue by police and fire brigade raised serious questions about Noida Authority's efficiency.
- •UP government formed an SIT, leading to the transfer of Noida Authority CEO, suspension of junior engineers, and arrest of three builders.
- •SIT's investigation now includes Noida Authority, DM, Police Commissioner's offices, PWD, Fire Brigade, Traffic, and Irrigation Department.
Why It Matters: SIT expands probe into Engineer Yuvraj Mehta's death, implicating top officials and multiple departments for negligence.
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