Delhi Policeman Dies of Heart Attack at Farewell Party

Head Constable Ravi Kumar of Delhi Police died of a probable heart attack while dancing at a farewell party for Roop Nagar SHO. Originally from Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, Kumar had been with the force since 2010. He was rushed to the hospital but declared dead. He is survived by his wife and two children.

Head Constable Ravi Kumar of the Delhi Police collapsed and died of a suspected heart attack while dancing at a farewell party for the station house officer (SHO) of Roop Nagar Police Station, north Delhi, officials reported on Thursday.

Kumar, hailing from Baghpat, Uttar Pradesh, joined Delhi Police in 2010. The Roop Nagar SHO, recently transferred, was being honored at a party on Wednesday when Kumar suddenly fell and complained of chest pain.

Despite being rushed to Bara Hindu Rao Hospital, Kumar was declared dead on arrival. He had undergone an angiography 45 days prior. He leaves behind his wife and two children. A video of him dancing just minutes before the incident has surfaced on social media.

(With inputs from agencies.)