Jharkhand backs CBI probe into death of activist who killed herself on live stream

The Jharkhand government has recommended a Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) probe into the death of tribal activist Nisha Bhagat, who took her own life on live stream on November 6. Chief Minister Hemant Soren announced the decision, citing mounting pressure from the Opposition BJP and tribal organisations for an independent investigation.

Bhagat, who was vocal about Adivasi rights, Sarna-Sanatan identity, and alleged land grabbing, allegedly faced harassment and sought administrative intervention in a Facebook Live video. Her death has been under investigation, with the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) conducting a probe under Article 338A of the Constitution.

The BJP Jharkhand president, Aditya Sahu, credited the party's sustained protests for prompting the state government to recommend the CBI investigation.

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