Corruption
Punjab Police Dismisses 52 Officials Over Corruption Charges
Chandigarh: In a significant crackdown on corruption within the police force, 52 Punjab Police officials have been dismissed from service in the past week, Director General of Police Gaurav Yadav announced on Wednesday. The dismissed personnel range from constables to inspectors, underscoring the state’s commitment to eliminating misconduct from law enforcement.
DGP Yadav emphasized that the Punjab Police will not tolerate corrupt practices within its ranks. “The message is very clear—black sheep in the force will not be tolerated, and strict action will be taken against them,” he stated, reiterating the force’s zero-tolerance policy on corruption.
Crackdown Based on Government Directives
The dismissals follow a directive issued by the Punjab government on February 13, which stressed transparency, accountability, and integrity in public service delivery. Since the directive’s issuance, 52 police personnel have been removed from service for their involvement in corruption and malpractices.
Yadav revealed that police authorities across all districts in Punjab are actively reviewing cases involving allegations of serious misconduct. Each case is being evaluated based on evidence, and appropriate disciplinary action is being taken where necessary.
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Recent Cases & Further Investigations
Highlighting the seriousness of the matter, the DGP cited a recent case in Faridkot, where a Station House Officer (SHO) was booked on corruption charges. He assured that similar disciplinary measures will continue against officers found guilty of misconduct.
E-FIR Initiative for Motor Vehicle Theft Cases
In addition to internal reforms, Yadav announced that the Punjab Police is set to introduce an E-FIR system for motor vehicle theft cases, modeled after the Delhi Police’s digital complaint system. Under this initiative, complainants will be able to file FIRs online via:
- ‘Saanjh Kendra’ (citizen service centers)
- A designated ‘E-State Level Police Station’, to be notified by the Punjab government
Once an FIR is registered, it will be forwarded to the concerned police station for investigation. If the case remains untraced for 21 days, an automated untraced report will be generated and submitted in court. The Punjab Police is currently coordinating with the High Court to finalize this process, and the project is expected to be launched by mid-March.
The latest actions demonstrate Punjab Police’s renewed focus on accountability, ensuring a clean and citizen-friendly policing system across the state.