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HP Govt suspends SP Rajesh Verma

Accused of ‘non-compliance’ of departmental orders

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The Himachal Pradesh Government has contemplated disciplinary proceedings against Rajesh Verma, Superintendent of Police (SP), Communication & Technical Services, Shimla, and has placed him under suspension with immediate effect. A suspension order was issued by Chief Secretary Sanjay Gupta on late Wednesday evening.

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Sources said several serious allegations had been levied against the officer. He has also been accused of alleged non-compliance of the departmental orders.

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The action has been taken by the Special Secretary by exercising his powers conferred by sub-rule (1) of Rule 10 of the Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965.

The SP has been directed to remain at the Police Headquarters in Shimla and will not be allowed to leave the complex without obtaining the permission of DGP Ashok Tewari.

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