Karnataka High Court refuses to quash FIR in Bengaluru techie Atul suicide case

The Karnataka High Court on Monday declined to quash the First Information Report (FIR) against Nikita Singhania, the estranged wife of Bengaluru techie Atul Subhash, who died by suicide in December 2024. Nikita’s mother, Nisha, and brother, Anurag, are also named in the FIR. The case revolves around allegations of harassment and extortion, with claims that the trio abetted Atul’s suicide.

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Justice Hemant Chandangoudar, during the hearing, observed that the complaint established “prima facie ingredients of abetment to suicide,” allowing the investigation to proceed.

Atul Subhash, a techie, ended his life in December, leaving behind a 24-page suicide note and a video detailing his ordeal. In the note, he accused his estranged wife and in-laws of demanding large sums of money related to legal matters and visitation rights for their child. He described emotional distress caused by alleged harassment and extortion.

On January 4, the Bengaluru City Civil Court granted bail to Nikita Singhania, her mother, and her brother. The investigation continues as police examine the evidence, including Atul’s suicide note and video.

The case has drawn significant attention, sparking discussions about mental health, family disputes, and allegations of financial and emotional abuse. Authorities have assured a thorough investigation to uncover the truth behind the tragic incident.