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Transgender police constable found hanging in Munger barracks bathroom
✍️ India Today
🗓 24 Aug 2026, 06:34 AM
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A transgender constable of the Bihar police was discovered hanging in the bathroom of a barracks in Munger, prompting an investigation.
A transgender constable serving with the Bihar police was found dead, hanging from a fixture in the bathroom of a barracks located in Munger district. The body was discovered by fellow personnel during a routine check early on Monday, according to officials.
Police authorities have sealed the site and launched a formal inquiry to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. Senior officers from the district superintendent's office arrived at the location, and a forensic team has been deployed to collect evidence.
The incident has raised concerns about the welfare of transgender members serving in the force, a group that has been gradually integrated into police ranks in recent years. The state government has previously issued guidelines to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment, but officials said a thorough probe will assess whether any procedural lapses contributed to this tragedy.
The Bihar Police Department has promised to release a detailed report once the investigation is complete, and it has urged the public to refrain from speculation until facts are verified.
Police authorities have sealed the site and launched a formal inquiry to determine the circumstances surrounding the death. Senior officers from the district superintendent's office arrived at the location, and a forensic team has been deployed to collect evidence.
The incident has raised concerns about the welfare of transgender members serving in the force, a group that has been gradually integrated into police ranks in recent years. The state government has previously issued guidelines to ensure a safe and inclusive work environment, but officials said a thorough probe will assess whether any procedural lapses contributed to this tragedy.
The Bihar Police Department has promised to release a detailed report once the investigation is complete, and it has urged the public to refrain from speculation until facts are verified.