Nithari case accused Surendra Koli dies by suicide in Haridwar. (Img: X)
Haridwar: Surendra Koli, an accused in the 2006 Nithari killings case, was on Friday found hanging at his tea stall in Haridwar’s Bhupatwala area, according to initial information.
Police reached the spot after receiving information about the incident and started investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. His body was taken into custody and sent for post-mortem examination as part of the legal process.
Koli had been living in Haridwar for the past few months after being released from jail following the Supreme Court’s decision in the Nithari case. He was reportedly trying to restart his life and had recently opened a small tea stall near the Lal Mata Temple area.
The incident took place in the Bhupatwala area of Haridwar, where Koli was reportedly running his tea business. According to preliminary information, locals noticed the incident and informed the police. A team from Haridwar City Police reached the location, inspected the scene and started collecting details from nearby residents.
Police officials are examining all possible angles related to the death. The exact reason behind the incident will be clear after the completion of the investigation and post-mortem report. Initial information suggests that personal and family-related issues may have been a factor, but authorities are verifying all aspects before reaching any conclusion.
Surendra Koli became a nationally known name after the Nithari killings case came to light in 2006. The shocking case emerged after human remains were discovered near a house in Noida’s Sector 31 area. The incident created nationwide outrage and became one of the most closely followed criminal investigations in India.
Koli, who worked as a domestic helper at the D-5 bungalow in Noida’s Nithari area, was arrested along with businessman Moninder Singh Pandher during the investigation. The case involved allegations of multiple murders and sexual crimes against children and women. It continued through years of investigation, trials and appeals in different courts.
The legal journey of Surendra Koli remained in the spotlight for nearly two decades. He was convicted in several cases and was awarded death sentences by lower courts in some matters. Later, judicial proceedings continued at higher levels, including the Allahabad High Court and the Supreme Court.
In November 2025, the Supreme Court acquitted Koli in the remaining case connected with the Nithari killings, leading to his release from jail after almost two decades of custody. The court proceedings over the years focused on evidence, investigation procedures and whether the prosecution had established the charges beyond legal standards.
After his release, Koli moved to Haridwar and stayed away from public attention. Reports suggest that he was trying to build a normal life and earn a livelihood through a small tea stall. His death has now brought renewed attention to the long-running Nithari case and the legal developments surrounding it. For many people, the incident marks another unexpected chapter in a case that remained one of India’s most debated criminal matters.
Haridwar Police have started an investigation into the circumstances surrounding Surendra Koli’s death. Officials are looking into his recent activities, personal circumstances and events before the incident. Statements from people connected to the matter are also expected to be examined. The final details will emerge after the completion of the police investigation and post-mortem examination.
