A 15-year-old Class 10 student died after a dispute following a Diwali gathering in Dehradun, and his body was found near Suri Chowk at around 3:00 on Sunday. Police have registered a murder case against 3 of his friends on the basis of a complaint from his family.

The student, Arsh Ansari, studied at Doon Blossom School and lived in Kewal Vihar. His family says he had gone to a friend’s home in the Nehru Colony area to celebrate Diwali. He later left with friends in a car, after which his body was found on the road near Suri Chowk.

The case remains under investigation. Police have not established murder as the confirmed cause of death at this stage and are examining the sequence of a late-night confrontation and a possible vehicle impact.

What the family has alleged

Nadeem Ansari, Arsh’s father, told police that young men present at the spot badly assaulted his son. The family has also alleged that a vehicle hit him during the incident.

Relatives said they called Arsh during the night and were told by one of his friends that he would return home in the morning. When the family later saw the body at the mortuary, they noticed injuries and marks that appeared to be from knife blows, according to their complaint.

The family’s allegations have led to the registration of the murder case. They have not, however, been established by a court or treated as conclusive findings by police.

CCTV footage under examination

The initial police inquiry indicates that Arsh and his friends may have argued with members of another group late at night. Police are investigating whether the group was trying to leave when the subsequent incident occurred.

Investigators have examined CCTV cameras around Suri Chowk and Banjarawala Chowk. The footage reportedly shows several young men getting into and out of a car. Police are also examining footage suggesting that Arsh may have been struck by the vehicle.

City Superintendent of Police Shekhar Suyal said police were investigating the complaint and the events connected with the late-night fight and possible vehicle impact. The investigation is expected to establish how Arsh sustained his injuries and what happened before his body was found.

Family seeks strict action

Arsh was the only son of his parents. His death has left the family grieving, with relatives describing the shock of waiting for him to return home before learning that he had died.

His uncle, Azeem, has demanded strict action against those responsible. Police have so far registered the case and are using witness information and CCTV footage to reconstruct the incident.

Conclusion

The verified position is that Arsh Ansari died after a Diwali-night dispute, while police investigate the alleged assault, possible knife injuries and vehicle impact. A murder case has been registered against 3 friends, but the full sequence and responsibility remain under investigation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Who was Arsh Ansari?

Arsh Ansari was a 15-year-old Class 10 student at Doon Blossom School in Dehradun.

Q. Where was his body found?

His body was found on the road near Suri Chowk in Dehradun.

Q. What case has police registered?

Police have registered a murder case against 3 friends following a complaint from Arsh’s family.

Q. What are police investigating?

Police are examining a late-night dispute, CCTV footage, the alleged assault and whether Arsh was struck by a car.

Q. Has murder been established by police or a court?

No. Police have said the investigation is continuing, and murder has not been established as the confirmed cause at this stage.