Young IPS Officer Dies in Accident on Way to First Posting in Karnataka

Bengaluru: A young IPS officer, Harsh Bardhan, 26, died in a road accident on Sunday while traveling to Hassan district for his first posting. Bardhan, from Madhya Pradesh, was a 2023 batch officer of the Karnataka cadre and had recently completed his training.

The accident happened when the tyre of the police vehicle he was in burst, causing the driver to lose control. The vehicle crashed into a house and a tree on the roadside.

Bardhan suffered serious head injuries and died in the hospital during treatment. The driver of the vehicle had minor injuries. Pictures from the spot showed the badly damaged police vehicle.

Karnataka Chief Minister Siddaramaiah expressed grief over the loss and said, “This is a tragic loss. Years of hard work were just starting to pay off.”

The young officer’s death has left many in shock, with tributes pouring in for his dedication and service.