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Confident Group Chairman C. J. Roy's Suicide

Analysis based on 18 articles · First reported Jan 30, 2026 · Last updated Jan 31, 2026

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The death of C. J. Roy, chairman of Confident Group, during Income Tax raids creates uncertainty for the real estate sector and raises questions about regulatory oversight. The high-level investigation ordered by India — Karnataka's Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar could lead to increased scrutiny of business practices and government agency conduct, potentially affecting investor confidence in the region.

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C. J. Roy, the chairman of Confident Group, allegedly died by suicide at his office in Bengaluru while the India — Income Tax Department was conducting raids on his premises. The incident occurred after C. J. Roy reportedly sought a brief break during questioning. His brother, C. J. Babu, stated that the Income Tax issue was the only known concern for C. J. Roy, who had no threats or loans. The India — Bengaluru City Police, including SOCO and FSL teams, are investigating the death, and a Special Investigation Team (SIT) has been formed. India — Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar has ordered a high-level investigation to uncover the truth behind the incident. C. J. Roy's wife, Lina Roy, and son, Rohith Roy, have arrived in Bengaluru for post-mortem procedures. Confident Group is a major real estate conglomerate with operations in India, UAE, and the United States.

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C. J. Roy, chairman of Confident Group, died by suicide during Income Tax raids, leading to investigations and questions about the circumstances.
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Confident Group is the company founded and chaired by C. J. Roy. The company is now under scrutiny following C. J. Roy's death during Income Tax raids.
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C. J. Roy founder Confident Group C. J. Roy is the founder and chairman of Confident Group, directing the private conglomerate's operations across real es
C. J. Roy investigation target India — Income Tax Department C. J. Roy is the target of an active investigation by the Indian Income Tax Department, which conducted multi-day raids
Confident Group investigated India — Income Tax Department Confident Group is currently under investigation by the Indian Income Tax Department regarding alleged disproportionate
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