A head constable posted with the Dewas Police Lines has been booked for allegedly harassing a woman constable, stalking her, threatening her, confining her inside a car and forcing her to marry him. Based on the victim's complaint, Ban Ganga Police in Indore have registered a case against the accused, identified as Rahul Sharma, and initiated an investigation. Police officials said efforts are underway to trace the accused, while all allegations are being thoroughly examined.

According to the complaint, the accused had been allegedly harassing the woman for several months by repeatedly calling her, following her to different locations and pressuring her into marriage. The victim claimed that despite changing her posting from Dewas to Indore, the accused continued to stalk and intimidate her.

Acquaintance Began During Posting in Dewas

Police said the woman constable stated in her complaint that she became acquainted with Rahul Sharma about a year ago while both were posted in Dewas. Initially, they interacted professionally, but Sharma allegedly began calling her frequently and tried to establish a personal relationship.

The victim said she repeatedly asked him to stop contacting her, but he allegedly continued to pressure her despite her refusal.

Alleged Harassment Continued After Transfer

According to the complaint, the woman sought a transfer from Dewas to Indore to escape the alleged harassment. However, she claimed that the accused continued to contact her by calling from different phone numbers after she blocked his original number.

She further alleged that Sharma frequently followed her to different places, causing severe mental stress and fear for her safety.

Suicide Threats Used to Pressure Victim

The woman also alleged that the accused repeatedly threatened to take his own life if she refused to speak to him or accept his proposal.

In one incident, Sharma allegedly followed her to a government hospital where she had gone to facilitate the medical examination of a victim in connection with official duties. He reportedly attempted to confront her there, leading to another argument.

Allegation of Wrongful Confinement in Car

The most serious allegation in the complaint relates to an incident in the Ban Ganga area, where the woman claims Sharma forcibly made her sit inside his car.

She alleged that he snatched her mobile phone, locked the vehicle from inside and pressured her to marry him. When she attempted to get out, he allegedly assaulted her and prevented her from leaving.

During the incident, the victim's mother called her. The woman managed to inform her that she had been confined inside the accused's vehicle. Acting on the information, her father and brother rushed to the location. Upon seeing them arrive, the accused allegedly fled the scene in his car.

FIR Registered, Police Begin Investigation

Following the incident, the woman constable reported the matter to Ban Ganga Police Station in-charge Siyaram Gurjar and other senior police officials.

Based on her complaint, police have registered an FIR against Rahul Sharma under relevant provisions related to sexual harassment, criminal intimidation, assault, wrongful confinement and other applicable offences under the law.

Investigating officers said efforts are underway to locate the accused and verify all evidence related to the case. Police added that further legal action will be taken based on the findings of the investigation.

A government school teacher in Madhya Pradesh’s Rewa allegedly attempted suicide for the second time within two days after claiming that no action had been taken on his complaints against a police officer and a local journalist. The incident has triggered fresh concerns over alleged police harassment, administrative apathy, and mental distress linked to disputed criminal cases.

Second Suicide Attempt

Government teacher Anil Kumar Tiwari, posted at CM Rise Government Higher Secondary School in Lalgaon, consumed poison on Friday after reportedly learning that no legal action had been initiated against the accused persons named in his earlier complaint. According to family members, Tiwari had earlier slit his wrist on May 21 and was admitted to Sanjay Gandhi Hospital in Rewa. Relatives claimed that after regaining consciousness, he repeatedly asked whether authorities had acted on his allegations. When he was informed that no action had yet been taken, the teacher allegedly consumed poison in frustration. Doctors at the hospital said his condition remains serious.

Harassment Allegations Surface

In a five-page suicide note recovered after the first attempt, Tiwari reportedly accused University Police Station in-charge Hitendra Sharma and local journalist Nishant Mishra, also known as Ankit, of mental harassment and falsely implicating him in a criminal case. The teacher claimed that he, his brother, and his son were dragged into an “illegal case” despite having committed no offence. He alleged that the police officer acted under pressure and damaged his 28-year service record. The note further demanded an investigation into alleged communication between the accused persons and police officials.

Family Raises Questions

Tiwari’s brother, Dhirendra Kumar Tiwari, alleged that the teacher was discharged from hospital despite being in a critical condition. He also claimed that the accused persons continued to threaten the family after the first suicide attempt. According to relatives, villagers informed them that some individuals had openly stated that the teacher “would not be spared” if he survived. The family has accused the administration and local police of failing to provide protection despite repeated complaints.

Dispute Over Tree

The teacher’s son claimed that the dispute began after a green tree standing on the family’s land was allegedly cut without permission by members of the Mishra family. When the family objected, tensions escalated and a police complaint was allegedly lodged against Tiwari and his relatives. The son alleged that his father became mentally disturbed after the case was registered and felt publicly humiliated. Family members said the teacher had been under severe emotional pressure in recent weeks.

Threat Claims Mentioned

In the suicide note, Tiwari also alleged that a member of the accused family serving in the armed forces had threatened to shoot him during a phone conversation on May 15. He appealed for a high-level probe, including a possible CBI investigation, and sought intervention from the Prime Minister, Union Home Ministry, and the National Human Rights Commission. The note reflected his growing frustration with both the police and district administration.

Administration Under Scrutiny

The matter has put local authorities under public scrutiny in Rewa district. Tiwari also expressed disappointment with district officials, including the Collector, claiming that his professional record and years of service were ignored while action was taken against him.

The case has sparked debate over the handling of complaints involving government employees and the psychological impact of prolonged legal and administrative disputes. Legal experts say allegations involving police misconduct and intimidation require impartial investigation to ensure public trust in the justice system.

Earlier, members of the teacher’s family had submitted a written complaint to Superintendent of Police Gurukaran Singh. According to officials, the family alleged that the teacher was distressed due to “one-sided action” and the failure of police to hear his side of the matter. The SP had stated that the allegations would be examined and legal action would follow based on the findings of the inquiry. As of Friday evening, no official confirmation had been issued regarding any FIR or departmental action against the accused individuals named in the suicide note.