Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Orders Investigation into Software Engineer's Death in Noida
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath has ordered a thorough investigation into the death of a software engineer in Noida, following a tragic accident involving a water-filled pit. A Special Investigation Team has been formed to look into the circumstances surrounding the incident, which occurred in dense fog. The CM has emphasized the need for accountability and safety at construction sites, urging a review of safety protocols to prevent future tragedies. This incident has raised significant concerns regarding traffic management and construction safety in the region, prompting immediate action from the authorities.
| Jan 20, 2026, 16:10 IST
Chief Minister's Directive for High-Level Inquiry
Uttar Pradesh's Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath, has taken serious note of the death of a technician in Noida and has mandated a high-level investigation into the incident. Following the Chief Minister's orders, a three-member Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been established to probe the matter. The SIT will be led by the divisional commissioner of Meerut, with the additional director general (ADG) of the Meerut zone and the chief engineer of the Public Works Department (PWD) as members. The team has been instructed to complete the investigation and submit a report to the Chief Minister within five days. Additionally, Lokesh M, the CEO of the Noida Authority, has been placed on a waiting list following the incident.
Details Surrounding the Death of the Software Engineer
All Information Related to the Software Engineer's Death in Noida
The tragic incident involved 27-year-old software engineer Yuvraj Mehta, who lost his life when his car fell into a water-filled pit in Greater Noida. He reportedly suffered a heart attack. After several hours of search operations by the police, his body was sent for post-mortem examination. According to police reports, the accident occurred early in the morning on January 17, when Mehta's car veered off course in dense fog and plunged into a pit over 20 feet deep, which had been excavated for a basement of a construction site in Sector 150. The pit, where he met his demise, was filled with water and located near a drain at an intersection under the jurisdiction of the Knowledge Park police station in Greater Noida. The authority has also issued show-cause notices to other officials and staff involved in traffic management around Sector 150, seeking explanations for their negligence.
Order for Safety Review at Construction Sites
Directive for Safety Review at Construction Sites
The CEO has requested detailed reports from the relevant departments regarding allocations and construction activities carried out by the developer, Lotus. A review of safety measures at the site has also been ordered. The authority has made it clear that any disregard for safety regulations at construction sites will not be tolerated. All departments have been instructed to reassess safety protocols in their ongoing construction projects to prevent such incidents in the future.