Delhi SWAT Commando Killed by Husband

Kajal Chaudhary, a 27-year-old Delhi Police SWAT commando, died on January 27, 2026, after allegedly being attacked by her husband, Ankur, at their home in Delhi. The incident occurred on January 22.

Ankur, a clerk with the Ministry of Defence, has been arrested.

Details of the Incident

Kajal was allegedly attacked with a dumbbell. A forensic examination of the residence revealed bloodstains and a dumbbell. Investigators suspect Ankur repeatedly hit Kajal's head against the door and with the dumbbell.

Kajal was four months pregnant at the time of her death.

Kajal's brother, Nikhil, stated he was on the phone with her when the attack happened. He recounted that Ankur told him to record the call as evidence while he was killing her, and Nikhil heard Kajal's screams.

Possible Motives

Kajal's family has alleged that she was subjected to dowry harassment by Ankur and his family. They claim the harassment started shortly after their marriage in 2023 and included demands for a car. Some reports indicate the couple had a heated discussion over financial matters prior to the assault.

Aftermath

After the assault, Kajal was initially admitted to Tarak Hospital in critical condition and later moved to a private hospital in Ghaziabad. She succumbed to her injuries on January 27.

Police have registered a murder case, and Ankur is in custody.

Background

Kajal and Ankur had a love marriage in 2023. The couple has a one-and-a-half-year-old son. Kajal was selected as a Delhi Police SWAT commando in 2023, and the couple moved to Delhi in 2024.

Conclusion

A Delhi Police SWAT commando, Kajal Chaudhary, died after allegedly being attacked by her husband with a dumbbell on January 22, 2026. Her husband, Ankur, has been arrested, and a murder case has been registered. Kajal was four months pregnant and allegedly subjected to dowry harassment.