Assamese Actor Nandini Kashyap arrested on Wednesday early morning under section 105 of Indian Justice Code (BNS). She has arrested in the Dakhingaon hit-and-run case that led to the death of 22-year-old student Samiul Haque.
The arrest came after police invoked non-bailable sections under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including Section 105, which deals with causing death by negligence.
The accident took place on July 25, in the Dakhingaon area of Guwahati, where a man ridding two wheeler stuck by a speeding car driven by Nandini Kashyap. After the accident the victim 22-Year-Old Samiul Haque, admitted to GMCH and later she was sifted to Apollo Hospital for advanced treatment. Despite medical efforts, he succumbed to his injuries. His body was returned to GMCH this morning for a post-mortem examination.
Nandini Kashyap Vehicle Had Five Previous Speeding Violations
According to city police, the vehicle involved in the accident had five prior challans, all for rash or speeding violations. The police initially registered the case under Case No. 630/25, applying bailable sections 115(2), 125(b), and 281 of the BNS.
Assamese Actor Nandini Kashyap arrested
Kashyap was first summoned for questioning and released on bond. However, after Samiul’s death, police approached the court to add non-bailable sections, which led to her arrest at 1:30 AM on Wednesday.
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Victim’s Family Levels Serious Allegations
The family of Samiul Haque has made several serious allegations against Nandinee Kashyap and her family. Samiul’s brother told the media that Nandinee had called them via WhatsApp, allegedly threatening them and citing her political connections, including ties with ministers, MLAs, and top police officers. He also claimed that Nandinee refused to pay for Samiul’s medical expenses.
The family strongly refuted statements made by Kashyap’s mother, calling them “completely false.” They stated that they were never consulted about transferring Samiul from GMCH to Apollo Hospitals. “We did not request the transfer. It was done without our consent,” said a family member.
On the night of the incident, Nandinee’s father reportedly visited GMCH at around 10 PM to check on Samiul’s condition. However, the Haque family has now rejected any further assistance from the Kashyap’s, saying,
“We fold our hands and request them to stay away. We don’t want any help from them anymore.”
Questions Raised About Police and Medical Response
The family has also criticized both Guwahati Police and GMCH, claiming that Samiul did not receive timely medical attention and that the police response was slow and ineffective. They allege that the initial investigation lacked urgency.
Adding to the confusion, Dispur Traffic Police stated they were not informed of the accident on the night it occurred. Officials only learned of the case the next morning, on July 26. There is also no record of a distress call made to police helpline number 100, raising questions about whether Nandinee informed any authorities immediately after the incident.
Vehicle Under Forensic Investigation
The vehicle driven by Nandinee Kashyap was first seized for inspection by the Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) and later re-seized for forensic analysis to determine whether it collided with Samiul’s two-wheeler. Police are still investigating whether the incident qualifies as a “hit-and-run” under legal definitions.
Ongoing Investigation and Legal Action
Police have assured that a thorough investigation is underway and all steps will be taken in accordance with the law. The case continues to draw widespread public attention, with growing calls for justice and accountability for Samiul Haque’s tragic death.
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