Haryana Minister Suspends SHO for Not Filing FIR

Aakhir Tak – In Shorts

Haryana Minister Anil Vij suspended SHO Satish Kumar for not filing an FIR.
The incident occurred during a public grievance session in Ambala.
Vij had earlier directed the SHO to take action on the matter.
The SHO claimed he approached higher authorities regarding the FIR.
Former Haryana Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta praised Vij’s decisive action.

Aakhir Tak – In Depth

Haryana Minister Suspends SHO for Not Filing FIR

Haryana Labour Minister Anil Vij suspended Station House Officer (SHO) Satish Kumar on Monday over allegations that he failed to file an FIR for a complainant. The incident occurred during a public grievance session held by Vij in Ambala.

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Minister’s Disapproval

According to officials present, Vij expressed strong disapproval when a case previously brought to his attention resurfaced during the hearing. Vij had earlier instructed SHO Satish Kumar to take action on the matter, but the officer reportedly delayed the investigation.

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Vij’s Strict Orders

“Did you file an FIR or not?” Anil Vij asked the SHO multiple times before ordering his suspension. “File an FIR first, then see how it should be probed. Are the rules different for you?” Vij could be heard telling the official. “You have disobeyed! I told you personally to register the FIR,” Vij then shouted at the police official, adding that action will be taken against officials who do not work.

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SHO’s Response

The police official explained that he had approached higher authorities regarding the FIR but did not file it immediately.

Praise from Former Speaker

The incident took place in the presence of former Haryana Assembly Speaker Gian Chand Gupta, who praised Vij’s decisive action. The complainant, whose identity has not been disclosed, urged Vij to take swift action.

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