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Retired BPCL Officer Alleges Bribery After Daughter’s Death in Bengaluru; Two Policemen Suspended
Former BPCL CFO K. Sivakumar alleged he was forced to pay bribes at every step after his daughter’s death in Bengaluru. His viral LinkedIn post exposed deep-rooted corruption, prompting police suspensions and nationwide outrage over government apathy and systemic rot.
A deeply distressing story has emerged from Bengaluru sparking outrage across the country. At the heart of the matter is K. Sivakumar a retired Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) who alleges that he was forced to pay bribes at almost every step while dealing with matters related to the death of his only daughter.
Sivakumar’s emotional LinkedIn post which was later deleted, detailed the corruption and negligence he encountered from government officials ranging from police and ambulance staff to civic authorities and crematorium workers. His 34-year-old daughter Akshaya Sivakumar an alumna of IIT Madras and IIM Ahmedabad, died of a brain hemorrhage on September 18, 2025. She had been working in Bengaluru for 11 years including eight years at Goldman Sachs.
Sivakumar wrote, “My only daughter recently passed away at the age of 34. Ambulance, police for FIR and post-mortem report, crematorium for receipt, BBMP office for death certificate… bribes were openly demanded everywhere. I had the money, so I paid. What will poor people do?”
He alleged that an ambulance driver demanded Rs 3,000 to transport his daughter’s body. Furthermore, policemen at the Bellandur police station demanded cash for copies of the FIR and post-mortem report. He claimed that the bribe was taken from him openly inside the police station. He also wrote about being harassed by officials at the Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (BBMP) office, where he had to make multiple visits to obtain the death certificate, which he finally received only after paying more than the official fee.
Sivakumar’s post, a grieving father’s plea against systemic corruption, went viral, triggering widespread anger. Most importantly, following the uproar, Whitefield police took swift action, suspending Police Sub-Inspector Santosh Kumar and Constable Gorakhnath of the Bellandur police station.
The DCP (Whitefield) confirmed the suspensions and stated on X (formerly Twitter): “The police department will not tolerate any such misconduct or inappropriate behavior under any circumstances.” A departmental inquiry has also been initiated.
Meanwhile, Karnataka Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy, responding to the controversy, said that Shivakumar should have filed a formal complaint instead of posting on social media. He simply stated, “He is a CFO. He should have complained to senior officers or the Lokayukta. Posting on social media is not right.”
These comments drew sharp criticism from opposition leaders. BJP state vice-president Malavika Avinash expressed her dismay and attacked the Congress government, calling it “administratively incompetent.”
Malavika Avinash demanded an explanation from Deputy CM D.K. Shivakumar, asking why a grieving father had to face such indifference and why his post was later deleted.
She said,
“It is shocking that in a city like Bengaluru, a man grieving the death of his daughter had to pay bribes at every stage. Even worse is that his post was deleted. Who forced him to remove it?”
This incident has reignited the debate on corruption in government departments and the lack of empathy towards citizens in distress. Many netizens have demanded reforms and accountability in the system, citing Shivakumar’s story as a reflection of the “harsh ground realities” faced by common people in India.
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Bengaluru Power Cut on February 14: BESCOM Announces Power Outage in Specific Areas from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
BESCOM has announced a planned power outage across multiple parts of Bengaluru on February 14, 2026, from 10 AM to 5 PM due to maintenance and infrastructure upgrades. Areas including Jalahalli, Indiranagar, Mysore Road, and central localities will be affected. Residents are advised to prepare in advance.
Residents in several parts of Bengaluru should prepare for a power outage on Friday February 14, 2026. The Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited (BESCOM) has announced a power outage from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM for essential maintenance and infrastructure upgrades.
According to officials, the outage is related to NGEF substation maintenance, KPTCL repair work, feeder line servicing, transformer inspections and major grid upgrades.
The aim is to improve long-term reliability.
Jalahalli and North-West Bengaluru (10 AM – 5 PM):
Power supply disruptions will occur in and around Jalahalli Cross, Gangamma Circle, MES Road, BEL Road, HMT Layout, Kuvempu Layout, DBSandra Block, Kamagondanahalli, Ramachandrapura and surrounding residential areas. Industrial areas like the HMT Industrial Estate may also experience disruptions.
Indiranagar and East Bengaluru (10 AM – 3 PM in some areas):
Power outages may occur temporarily in Indiranagar, HAL 2nd and 3rd Stage, Domlur, Kodihalli, Thippasandra, parts of Old Airport Road and surrounding commercial areas.
Office hubs and IT-related locations in these corridors may be affected.
Mysore Road and West Bengaluru (10 AM – 5 PM):
Mysore Road, Nayandahalli, RV College Road, Kengeri Satellite Town, BHEL Layout, Sunkadakatte, Nagarbhavi and surrounding areas are covered by the shutdown schedule.
Central and other key areas:
Shantinagar, Richmond Town, Austin Town, Neelasandra, Ejipura, Adugodi, Nrupathunga Road, KG Road, SP Road, Cubbonpet Cross, and areas connected to nearby feeders may also experience power disruptions.
Why the Shutdown?
BESCOM and KPTCL have stated that periodic shutdowns are necessary to prevent unexpected outages and stabilize Bengaluru’s burgeoning power network.
While these outages can be disruptive, officials also say they will improve grid reliability.
What Residents Should Do
Charge essential devices and power banks in advance
Keep backup lighting ready
Store water if dependent on electric pumps
Plan meetings and travel accordingly
Timings may vary slightly depending on feeder progress.
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Seven Killed in Multi-Vehicle Crash on Bengaluru STRR Near Hoskote
Seven people were killed in a multi-vehicle crash near M. Satyavara village on Bengaluru’s Hoskote–Dabaspete STRR stretch. The accident involved an SUV, a motorcycle, a truck and another car. Six SUV occupants and the biker died on the spot. Police have launched an investigation into the fatal highway collision.
At least seven people lost their lives in a horrific road accident near M. Satyavara village on the Hoskote-Dubbaspet section of the Satellite Town Ring Road (STRR) on the outskirts of Bengaluru on the morning of February 13.
According to police the collision involved a truck, two SUVs, and a motorcycle. A major accident occurred on the highway.
Preliminary investigations indicate that an SUV traveling from Hoskote to Devanahalli allegedly rear-ended a motorcycle. It’s worth noting that after the initial collision the SUV driver reportedly lost control and collided with a cargo truck.
Another car then became trapped in the debris further aggravating the accident.
The force of the collision completely mangled an SUV.
The SUV’s occupants were trapped. Emergency rescue teams arrived at the scene to rescue those trapped in the twisted metal.
Police have confirmed that six people in the SUV and the motorcyclist died on the spot.
The deceased are believed to be residents of Kothanur, Bengaluru. Surprisingly their identities have not yet been officially confirmed.
The bodies have been taken to Hoskote Government Hospital for postmortem. Authorities have registered a case and launched a detailed investigation to determine the sequence of events and fix responsibility.
The incident has once again raised concerns about speeding and highway safety on the rapidly-constructed STRR corridor.
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Bengaluru Techie Arrested for Allegedly Stabbing Retired Navy Father and Dentist Mother to Death in Vignan Nagar
A 33-year-old tech professional has been arrested for allegedly stabbing his retired Navy officer father and dentist mother to death at their villa in east Bengaluru’s Vignan Nagar. Police suspect a family dispute over financial demands, and further investigation into the motive is underway.
A shocking incident has shocked the people of East Bengaluru. A 33-year-old tech professional has been arrested for allegedly murdering his parents inside their luxurious villa in Vigyan Nagar under the jurisdiction of the HAL police station.
The incident reportedly occurred around 7:30-8 a.m. on Wednesday morning at Adarsh Vista a residential complex near HAL Township.
The victims have been identified as 60-year-old retired Navy Captain Naveen Chandra Bhat and his 55-year-old wife, Dr. Shyamala Bhat, a practicing dentist.
According to police the couple was allegedly attacked by their son, Rohan Chandra Bhat, following a heated argument. Preliminary investigations indicate that Rohan repeatedly stabbed both his parents during the altercation.
Hearing the commotion neighbors rushed to the home and rushed the seriously injured couple to Manipal Hospital on Old Airport Road. Doctors declared them dead shortly after arriving.
Based on a complaint from Madhavi Nair, a neighbor and doctor associated with Manipal Hospital the HAL police have registered a murder case.
The accused was detained and later produced in court.
Police sources revealed that Rohan previously worked as a software engineer in the US and returned to Bengaluru about three years ago. Investigators believe he was trying to raise funds for a business venture and was allegedly pressuring his parents for financial support.
The couple reportedly expressed an inability to meet his demands leading to frequent quarrels. Following the previous altercation, Rohan had been living separately in Varthur.
Authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the exact motive.
The bodies have been sent to Bowring Hospital for a postmortem examination, which will be conducted after the couple’s daughter, who lives in the US arrives in Bengaluru.
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