Bengaluru-based realtor CJ Roy died by suicide at his residence on Friday.
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Moneycontrol31-01-2026, 10:41

Bengaluru Real Estate Tycoon CJ Roy Found Dead Amidst IT Raids

  • CJ Roy, chairman of Confident Group, was found dead at his Langford Town residence in central Bengaluru with bullet injuries.
  • His death occurred while Income-Tax officials were conducting searches linked to his firm, with police suspecting suicide.
  • Roy's family alleges sustained pressure from Income-Tax officials from Kerala contributed to his decision.
  • Roy was a prominent real estate entrepreneur known for building Confident Group and his strong social media presence with 1.3 million Instagram followers.
  • His death has raised questions about the pressures faced by high-profile entrepreneurs under regulatory scrutiny.

Why It Matters: Bengaluru real estate magnate CJ Roy died by suspected suicide during IT raids, sparking concerns over business pressures.

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