Chhattisgarh: Police officer suspended for not taking action against gambling
News18
A police inspector in Chhattisgarh was suspended for failing to address illegal gambling activities in his jurisdiction.Summary
Inspector Krishna Kumar Verma, the station house officer of Kartala police station in Korba district, Chhattisgarh, has been suspended due to alleged negligence and dereliction of duty. This action followed a raid conducted by a joint team from the Cyber Cell, Urga police station, and Rajgamar police post, which resulted in the arrest of 20 individuals engaged in gambling in the Bhelwatar village forest area. Authorities seized 35 mobile phones, 23 motorcycles, a car, and Rs 2.5 lakh in cash during the raid. The suspension highlights the authorities' commitment to addressing illegal gambling and holding officers accountable for inaction.
(Source：News18)