The business community in Bengaluru and Dubai is in shock following the sudden and tragic death of Dr. CJ Roy, the founder and chairman of the Confident Group. A man known for his flamboyant lifestyle, love for luxury cars, and inspiring success story, Dr. Roy allegedly took his own life on Friday, January 30, 2026, during an ongoing Income Tax investigation at his office.
Table of Contents
- The Incident at Langford Town
- Who Was Dr. CJ Roy?
- The Final Moments and Investigation
- A Legacy of Flamboyance and Philanthropy
- What’s Next for the Confident Group?
The Incident at Langford Town
Dr. CJ Roy was at his Langford Town office in Bengaluru when the tragedy occurred. According to police reports, Income Tax (IT) officials from the Kerala unit had been conducting raids on the Confident Group’s properties since Wednesday, January 28.
On Friday afternoon, while the officials were present, Dr. Roy reportedly requested a moment of privacy to call his mother. He stepped into an adjoining room—the same space where he served as the Honorary Consul for the Slovak Republic. Shortly after, a gunshot was heard. Staff and officials found him in a pool of blood; he had sustained a gunshot wound to the chest.
Who Was Dr. CJ Roy?
Dr. Roy was a self-made billionaire who turned the Confident Group into a real estate powerhouse over the span of 19 years. The firm established a massive footprint across:
- Bengaluru: Numerous residential and commercial landmarks.
- Kerala: A dominant presence in the luxury housing sector.
- Dubai: Headquartered operations that catered to an international clientele.
Beyond real estate, Roy was a public figure. He was frequently seen on reality shows and social media, where he shared his journey to motivate young entrepreneurs. His “can-do” attitude earned him the respect of many, including local political leaders who viewed him as an inspiring mentor.
The Final Moments and Investigation
The Bengaluru Police, led by Commissioner Seemanth Kumar Singh, have launched a comprehensive probe into the death. While preliminary findings suggest suicide, several questions remain:
- The Weapon: Police have seized a pistol for ballistic analysis. While Roy’s brother, Babu CJ, stated the firearm was licensed and purchased 20 years ago for self-protection, authorities are verifying its legal status.
- The Pressure: Babu CJ indicated that while the business was stable, the intensity of the three-day IT raid had placed immense psychological pressure on his brother.
- The Questioning: Police are currently questioning the IT officials involved to determine the nature of the interaction immediately preceding the incident.
A Legacy of Flamboyance and Philanthropy
CJ Roy was not a man who shied away from the spotlight. He was famously known as the owner of a Bugatti Veyron, one of the world’s fastest and most expensive road-legal cars. Viral videos often showed him engaging with fans and driving his signature blue supercar through the streets of Bengaluru.
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