Tragic Loss: Senior IPS Officer Sri Shiladitya Chetia and Wife Pass Away

Assam: In a tragic sequence of events that has left the Assam Police family and the entire state in deep mourning, Sri Shiladitya Chetia, a senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the 2009 batch, took his own life this evening. This heart-wrenching incident occurred just minutes after an attending physician pronounced the death of his wife, who had been battling cancer for an extended period.

Sri Shiladitya Chetia was serving as the Secretary of Home and Political in the Government of Assam at the time of his passing. His dedication and service to the state have been widely acknowledged, and his sudden demise has come as a shock to his colleagues and the community.

The tragic events unfolded when Sri Chetia, overwhelmed by the profound grief of losing his wife, took his life in what appears to be a moment of unbearable sorrow. His wife’s long and courageous fight against cancer had been a source of immense emotional strain for the couple.

The Assam Police family, along with government officials and citizens across the state, have expressed their deepest condolences and grief. Sri Chetia’s contributions to the police force and his steadfast commitment to public service are being remembered with great respect and admiration.

In this moment of profound sadness, the Assam Police and the state government have urged the community to come together in support of the bereaved families. Plans for memorial services are currently being arranged to honor the lives and legacy of Sri Shiladitya Chetia and his wife.

This double tragedy underscores the immense pressures faced by individuals in public service and the personal battles they often endure away from the public eye. It is a poignant reminder of the need for mental health support and compassion within our communities.