Himachal Pradesh High Court Orders FIR Against State DGP for Criminal Intimidation

Himachal Pradesh High Court Orders FIR Against State DGP for Criminal Intimidation

VoM News Desk | November 19, 2023 | 05:15 PM IST | Courts & Law, Himachal Pradesh | Follow on Google News

Himachal Pradesh High Court Orders FIR Against State DGP for Criminal Intimidation

Himachal Pradesh High Court Orders FIR Against State DGP for Criminal Intimidation

The Himachal Pradesh High Court has issued a directive for the filing of an FIR against the state’s Director General of Police, Sanjay Kundu, a senior IPS officer. This order comes in response to allegations of criminal intimidation made by a businessman, Nishant Sharma.

Allegations and Complaint Against DGP Sanjay Kundu

Sharma accused DGP Kundu of threats and a previous physical assault. He had filed a complaint with various authorities, including the Superintendent of Police in Kangra and SP Shimla, detailing his allegations against the top police official.

Court’s Criticism of the State Government

A division bench, consisting of Chief Justice M S Ramchandra Rao and Justice Jyotsna Rewal Dua, expressed dissatisfaction with the state government’s delay in registering an FIR. The bench stressed the urgency of action, referencing a Supreme Court judgement to reinforce the importance of promptly addressing such serious allegations.

This development marks a significant moment in the state’s legal and police administration, underscoring the judiciary’s role in ensuring accountability at the highest levels of law enforcement.

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