Bengaluru: K. Aravind, a 28-year-old employee of Ola Electric, died by suicide after consuming poison on September 28, 2025. Working as a Homologation Engineer in the company's two-wheeler division, Aravind's death has triggered a major investigation after his family discovered a 28-page suicide note blaming workplace harassment and non-payment of dues by senior management, including CEO Bhavish Aggarwal. Police have filed an FIR against the CEO and others under BNS Section 108 r/w 3(5) (abetment to suicide) at Subramanyapura Police Station.TRASE Block Heels Sandals For Women, Dusky Stylish & Comfortable Footwear
Timeline of Events:
September 28, 2025: Aravind consumes poison at his residence in JP Nagar, Bengaluru, and dies. Police initially register an Unnatural Death Report (UDR).
September 30, 2025: Two days after his death, ₹17.46 lakh is credited to Aravind's bank account by Ola Electric—comprising pending salary, incentives, and bonuses.
Family Questions Company: When Aravind's family confronts Ola's HR and staff about the payment, they receive vague and evasive responses, heightening suspicions.
Suicide Note Discovery: A thorough search of Aravind's room uncovers a 28-page handwritten suicide note detailing the harassment.Also Read: Dr. Kritika Reddy M**urder Case: Surgeon Husband Buys Anesthetic and Administers It to Wife
Shocking Revelations from the 28-Page Suicide Note:
"Subrat Kumar Das and CEO Bhavish Aggarwal pressured me relentlessly at work, withheld my rightful salary and incentives, and subjected me to constant harassment. I am so exhausted that I am ending my life by consuming poison. Their harassment is the sole reason for my death."
Key Allegations: Work Pressure: 16-18 hour shifts without overtime compensation.
Non-Payment of Dues: ₹17.46 lakh in unpaid salary, performance bonuses, and ESOPs from April 2025.
Harassment: Verbal abuse, public humiliation in meetings, and threats of termination by Subrat Kumar Das (Senior Manager).
CEO's Role: Bhavish Aggarwal failed to address repeated complaints about the toxic work environment.
Based on the suicide note, Aravind's family filed a complaint, leading to:Case Registered: October 18, 2025, at Subramanyapura Police Station.
Sections: BNS 108 r/w 3(5) (Abetment of suicide). Subrat Kumar Das
Senior Manager
A2
Bhavish Aggarwal
CEO, Ola Electric
A3
Ola Electric Company
Corporate Entity
Family's Statement:Aravind's wife and parents said:
"The company only paid after his death to hide their guilt. Aravind was our sole breadwinner. We demand justice and full accountability from Ola Electric."