A domestic worker has alleged he was beaten, held against his will, and forced to pay for meals before being released, prompting police in Bhopal to register a case.
Punjab Kings batter Shashank Singh and his father, retired IPS officer Shailesh Singh, have been named in an FIR alongside other family members after a cook accused them of assault, verbal abuse, and illegal confinement at their residence.
The case was registered at Ratibad Police Station following a complaint by 31-year-old Vipendra Singh Tomar, who had recently been hired as a cook for the household. The family’s driver has also been named in the FIR. The matter remains under investigation.
Cook Alleges Assault After Attempting to Resign
According to the complaint, Tomar was promised a monthly salary of ₹15,000 along with food, accommodation, and assistance in securing a government job. However, he claims he decided to quit on his very first day after encountering what he described as an abusive work environment and excessive demands.
Tomar alleged that when he informed the family of his decision, his mobile phone was seized and he was prevented from leaving. Speaking to ANI, he stated that Shailesh Singh questioned his motives and threatened him, insisting he work for at least a month.
‘Shashank Singh Beat Me Up Like a Dog,’ Alleges Complainant
The complainant further claimed that after working for two days in hopes of retrieving his phone, he locked himself in a room and demanded its return. Tomar alleged the family’s driver attempted to break down the door before Shashank Singh arrived.
Believing the cricketer would help him leave safely, Tomar said he opened the door—only to be assaulted. “As soon as I opened the door, both of them—the driver and Shashank—beat me up like a dog. Shashank’s father and sister also joined them and only stopped when they thought I would die,” Tomar told ANI.
He further alleged he was kicked and struck with sticks, shoes, and hands by multiple family members.
Medical Examination Confirms Injuries
Reports indicate a medical examination conducted after the complaint revealed visible injuries on Tomar’s face and body. The complainant also alleged that before being allowed to leave, he was forced to pay for the food he had consumed during his three-day stay. He claimed his brother-in-law transferred ₹1,000, which he handed over before being released.
Tomar further stated he was compelled to write a statement before his release and was not paid any wages for the work performed.
FIR Registered Under Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita
Based on the complaint, Ratibad Police have registered an FIR under several sections of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), including:
- Section 296(B) – Obscene acts and verbal abuse
- Section 115(2) – Voluntarily causing hurt
- Section 3(5) – Joint criminal liability for acts committed with common intention
As of publication, neither Shashank Singh nor his family has issued a public response to the allegations. The investigation is ongoing, and the claims have not been tested in court.