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Union Minister Scindia Rebukes Officials Over Murder Case in Viral Video

A video showing Union Minister Jyotradya Scindia criticizing local officials has spread across social media platforms. The incident occurred during Scindia's visit to pay condolences following the death of a BJP leader's brother.

LSN India · 18 September 2026

Union Minister Scindia Rebukes Officials Over Murder Case in Viral Video

Union Minister Jyotradya Scindia was captured on video reprimanding district collector Kishore Kumar Kanyal and expressing displeasure with female superintendent of police Hitika Vassal during a visit to a mourning ceremony. Scindia had arrived to pay respects following the death of Tarachand, brother of BJP mandal chief Mohan Barela, according to reports. Upon learning of a murder complaint related to the incident, Scindia immediately summoned both the collector and police superintendent to the location. The video, which shows Scindia directing officials to appear before him, quickly gained traction across social media platforms. The exact details of the circumstances leading to the death and subsequent complaint remain unclear from available reports. The incident highlights tensions between state administration officials and central leadership during what appears to be a sensitive law-and-order matter in the region.