The business community in Bengaluru was thrown into a state of shock on Friday (30) following the sudden death of C.J. Roy, the Founder and Chairman of the international conglomerate Confident Group. Roy allegedly took his own life at his office on Longford Road, an incident that occurred while federal authorities were conducting an active investigation into his financial dealings.
According to local law enforcement within the Ashoknagar police station limits, the tragedy unfolded shortly after officials from the Income Tax (IT) Department arrived in two vehicles to execute a raid on the premises. Roy reached the office around noon and underwent approximately one hour of questioning by the federal agents. Following the interrogation, Roy reportedly suffered a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the chest.
Staff members acted quickly to transport him to a nearby hospital; however, medical professionals declared him dead upon arrival. Senior police officials have launched a comprehensive investigation to determine if the pressure of the ongoing raids was the primary catalyst for the suicide.
While Roy was celebrated as a self-made success story, police noted that he had been navigating a complex web of legal challenges. Preliminary findings suggest that the frequency of recent Income Tax raids may have played a significant role in his distress. On the same day as the shooting, additional raids were being carried out across several of Roy's other properties in the city.
Originally from Kochi, Kerala, Roy was a high-profile figure who maintained a robust social media presence and frequently appeared on reality shows to mentor aspiring entrepreneurs. He was also widely recognized for his philanthropic efforts, specifically in supporting underprivileged students.
Founded nearly two decades ago, the Confident Group grew under Roy’s leadership into a massive conglomerate with a footprint in:
- India: Major residential and commercial projects in Bengaluru and Kerala.
- United Arab Emirates: Luxury developments in Dubai.
- United States: Various international business operations.
Roy’s body is currently being held at Narayana Hospital in Anekal. Authorities are in the process of recording statements from family members and employees to finalize the preliminary investigation.
Founded around 2006 by C.J. Roy, Confident Group is a prominent, privately held Indian conglomerate primarily recognized for its extensive footprint in real estate and infrastructure. Headquartered in Kerala, the firm expanded rapidly over two decades, establishing a significant presence across India, the United Arab Emirates, and the United States. Its core business model focuses on residential and commercial developments, specifically targeting middle- and upper-middle-class homebuyers by blending modern amenities with affordability.
Beyond construction, the group operates in hospitality and large-scale infrastructure projects, most notably in Bengaluru, Kerala, and Dubai. The brand’s identity was closely tied to Roy’s public persona; he was a visible figure in media and reality television, often promoting entrepreneurship and philanthropy.
His initiatives, such as supporting underprivileged students and gifting prizes to reality-show winners, helped cement the group's reputation as a community-oriented enterprise. Today, Confident Group stands as a major regional player in South India’s property sector, employing a vast workforce and managing a diverse portfolio of international assets.
