HPPCL Chief Engineer Vimal Negi's Suicide Sparks Uproar, Employees Seek Immediate Change in Management for an Impartial Probe

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HPPCL Chief Engineer’s Suicide Sparks Uproar, Employees Blame Management for what is being termef as ‘Culpable Homicide’..

Shimla: Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) is staring at a major storm after the alleged suicide of its Chief Engineer Vimal Negi, whose body was recovered from Bhakra Dam near Swarghat on March 18 after eight days.

Furious employees have now accused top management of toxic wrok environment and demanded an immediate change in the corporation's management.

They are staging protest in front of the HPPCL office shouting alongside against the top management.

In a strongly-worded memorandum to Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu, the HPPCL employees' union termed Negi’s death as serious case of homicide and held the top management inclduing Managing Director H. Meena and Director Shivam Pratap Singh responsible for “creating a toxic working environment” that allegedly pushed Negi to end his life.

Negi went missing on March 10. His body was found floating in Bhakra Dam yesterday after being spotted by a fisherman.

Documents recovered from his clothes helped in identification. Police have detained one Director (Electrical), Deshraj, for questioning, while MD H. Meena and Director Shivam Pratap Singh reportedly went absconding soon after news of Negi’s body recovery flashed on social media.

The employees allege that ever since Meena took over as MD, the corporation has been riddled with controversies — from the Pekhbal Solar Power Plant mess to cost escalations in the Shangtong project.

"The working environment has become toxic. If the management is not shifted immediately, we’ll hit the streets, and the government will be responsible for the fallout," the union warned.

The CM is yet to respond but sources say a probe is on, and serious charges like abetment to suicide and culpable homicide could be framed against top HPPCL officials.

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Shimla | March 19 — The mysterious death of HPPCL Chief Engineer Vimal Negi snowballed into a major political storm today as Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur along with senior BJP leaders Vipin Parmar, Randhir Sharma, Balbir Verma, Suresh Bhardwaj, Sarpal Satti, and Inder Dutt Lakhanpal reached the protest site, demanding an immediate CBI probe and suspension of HPPCL MD Meena and Director Des Raj.

Standing by Kisan to Negi, the grieving wife of the deceased officer, and scores of HPPCL employees sitting on dharna, the BJP leaders tore into the government, alleging "pressure, harassment, and corruption" within HPPCL that pushed Vimal Negi to death.

“This is not just a suicide... it smells of a planned murder. We demand an immediate CBI probe and suspension of these officers who were harassing Vimal Negi. Truth must come out, and guilty must be punished,” Jai Ram Thakur thundered at the protest site.

Following the massive uproar, the Himachal government ordered a high-level probe to be headed by Additional Chief Secretary Onkar Chand Sharma. Till then, Rakesh Prajapati has been made interim MD replacing Meena, and Surender Kumar will hold the post of Director in place of Des Raj.

SP Sanjeev Gandhi and DC Shimla Anupam Kashyap reached the spot and tried to pacify the protestors, informing them that an FIR has been lodged, and the police will probe the case "fairly and firmly".

However, protestors — including Vimal Negi’s family, friends, and HPPCL staff — remained adamant. “If Meena, Des Raj, and even the Director Personnel & Finance are not suspended, there’s no point in this inquiry. They will influence the probe. We want CBI to take over,” shouted one of Negi’s colleagues.

The death of Vimal Negi has ripped open alleged fault lines within HPPCL, with employees claiming the top brass ran the corporation like a private fiefdom, pushing honest officers to the brink.

Now, with the Opposition throwing its weight behind the protest, the ball is in the government’s court — Will it act or try to hush up the case like many others?

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Onkar Sharma to Head Government Inquiry into the Mysterious Death of Vimal Negi, But Protestors Demand Suspension of Meena And DesRaj

High-Level Probe Ordered into Mysterious Death of HPPCL Chief Engineer Vimal Negi, Protestors Demand Suspension of Top Brass

Shimla | March 19 — The Himachal Pradesh Government today ordered a high-level probe into the mysterious death of Chief Engineer Vimal Negi of HPPCL, following massive protests by his family, friends, and employees of the Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL).

They shouted slogans, corrupt bureaucracy, HPPCL mudabad, Meena Murdabad...

The government has appointed Additional Chief Secretary Onkar Chand Sharma to head the probe. Until the inquiry is complete, Rajesh Prajapati will take over as the new MD, replacing Hirkishan Meena, while Surender Kumar replaces Director Des Raj — both facing serious allegations by the protestors.

Vimal Negi’s wife Kiren Negi, family, friends, and HPPCL staff squatted outside the HPPCL Headquarters since morning, raising slogans and demanding immediate suspension of MD Meena and Director Des Raj.

They demand CBI Probe and suspension of Meena and DesRaj.

The protestors alleged that both the officers had been mentally harassing Negi, forcing him into depression and ultimately leading to his death under mysterious circumstances.

Protestors also demanded that the third Director (Personnel and Finance) be removed or sidelined for the sake of a fair inquiry, alleging he could influence the probe outcome.

SP Sanjeev Gandhi and DC Shimla Anupam Kashyap rushed to the spot, assuring protestors that the government had taken action. Gandhi confirmed that an FIR has been lodged, and the police will probe the case fairly.

“No one is above law. We will ensure justice is done,” Gandhi assured the family, but the protestors remained angry and insisted that until the trio is suspended, justice is a distant dream.

The incident has sent shockwaves across the state’s power sector, with demands growing for an impartial investigation into “what pushed a senior officer like Vimal Negi to death?”

The government now stares at a tough test — will the probe nail the guilty or become another cover-up?

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Angri Citizens and Family members employees Seek Dismissal of Meena and Des Raj in Vimal Negi's Death Case

Angry Locals, HPCL Employees Protest Over Death of Chief Engineer VimalNegi, Demand Suspension of Meena and Des Raj

Negi’s body kept before HPPCL Headquarters for last homage. The dead body will not be lifted till the government takes action in the case.

They sit on dharna and blocked the News Shimla road seeking justice For Vimal Negi.

Shimla, March 19:

The Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPCL) headquarters in Shimla turned into a protest site today as the body of ill-fated Chief Engineer Vimal Negi was brought for a final tribute. Grieving family members, employees, and a large number of locals—mainly from Kinnaur—staged a massive protest, raising slogans against HPCL Managing Director Harikesh Meena and Director Des Raj.

They saud it was a murder not suicide. The angry citizens were on sitin.

They were angry as police has not lodged FIR at the behest of Chief Secretary.

The crowd accused top officials of harassing Negi’s , leading to his tragic death. Angry protesters demanded immediate suspension of both Meena and Des Raj, holding them responsible. “Vimal Negi Amar Rahe,” echoed through the premises, as protestors vowed not to budge until strict action was taken.

The situation turned tense with locals and employees locking the main gate. The body was accompanied by Negi’s brothers, Surender Negi, MLA and Horticulture Minister Jagat Singh Negi, BJP leader Surat Negi, Rakesh Kanwar principle secretary to CM.

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Jhulasan In Gujarat Erupts in Joy As NASA Astronaut.Sunni Williams Land on Earth

Houston/Ahmedabad, March 19:

NASA astronaut Sunita "Suni" Williams safely touched down on Earth after a historic 286-day mission aboard the International Space Station (ISS), sparking celebrations in her ancestral village of Jhulasan, Gujarat.

Williams, along with Barry "Butch" Wilmore and fellow crew members, landed off the Florida coast in a SpaceX Crew Dragon capsule around 6:30 PM IST on March 18, 2025.

Originally slated for an eight-day mission in Boeing’s Starliner, the duo ended up spending over nine months in space due to technical snags.

The astronauts were airlifted to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, Houston, for routine medical checks and debriefing. Williams is expected to meet her family once the health protocols are completed.

Back home, Jhulasan village erupted in joy with villagers performing aarti and special prayers at the temple. Her family in Ahmedabad performed a yagna, praying for her safe return. Prime Minister Narendra Modi called her "India’s daughter" and tweeted, “Earth missed you, Suni. Proud moment for every Indian.”

NASA officials lauded Williams and her team’s resilience, calling them “exceptional professionals who turned challenges into opportunities.”

Her space journey now totals 608 days — making her one of NASA’s most experienced astronauts.

Williams is likely to connect with her family virtually soon and plans a personal reunion once NASA’s medical protocols allow.

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Jai Ram Thakur Demands CBI Probe Into Vimal's Negi Mysterious Death

Jai Ram Thakur Demands CBI Probe into Vimal Negi’s Mysterious Death - Alleges HPPCL’s Pressure Forced Him to End Life

Shimla, March 19:
Leader of Opposition Jai Ram Thakur today came down heavily on the Congress government, demanding a CBI probe into the death of Vimal Negi, whose body was recovered from the Bhakhra Dam near Swarghat on Tuesday.

Speaking to media at the Vidhan Sabha, Jai Ram Thakur alleged that this was not a normal death but a clear case of "pressure tactics" in Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited (HPPCL) that forced Vimal to take this extreme step.

"I have said this earlier and I am repeating — this case needs a serious, high-level probe. There is enough evidence that officers were pressurizing employees beyond limits. Work was being forced till late at night, even till 2:00 am for wrong reason. Vimal’s wife has openly said that he was under unbearable pressure," Jai Ram Thakur said.

👉 Why is the CBI probe necessary?

HPPCL facing serious controversies for the last two years
Top officials named in pressure and harassment complaints
Employees forced to work beyond midnight
Anonymous letters in media alleging wrongdoings
Vimal Negi’s wife blames system’s pressure

"This is not just a suicide, it’s a murder by the system. If the family comes forward, I assure them, we will not sit silent until a CBI probe is ordered," Thakur added.

🔥 Raises serious concerns on Law & Order

Jai Ram Thakur also slammed the government over deteriorating law and order.
"Yesterday, an HRTC bus was attacked and looted. Himachalis are not safe in Punjab. Posters of Bhindranwale and Khalistan slogans are popping up. What is this government doing?"

"The CM must talk to Punjab’s Chief Minister and ensure peace. Himachalis should not fear going to Delhi, Chandigarh or Punjab. But if our people are attacked, cattle snatched, this is unacceptable."

Thakur warned that even Punjab youth coming to Himachal are trying to spoil the peace here.
"Law is law, no one should be allowed to break it," he said.

🔴 BJP’s Big Question — Is the Govt Helpless Before the Bureaucracy?

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✍ #CBIProbeHPPCL

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✍ #LawAndOrderFail

✍ #BJPWithHimachal

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Jai Ram Thakur Demands CBI Probe into Vimal Negi’s Mysterious Death - Alleges HPPCL’s Pressure Forced Him to End Life

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