Ludhiana Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma has suspended Sarabha Nagar police station SHO Inspector Vijay Kumar with immediate effect for dereliction of duty. The Inspector was a member of the Vehicle Disposal Committee and failed to carry out assigned tasks, leading to disciplinary action.
Details of the Suspension
According to an order issued by the Police Commissioner, Inspector Vijay Kumar failed to perform his duties as expected in accordance with regular department responsibilities. He was specifically tasked as a member of the Vehicle Disposal Committee, under which senior police officials had directed the committee to dispose of vehicles. However, the SHO reportedly did not execute the assigned work, showing negligence and lack of seriousness.
The Commissioner's office confirmed that following the suspension, Inspector Kumar has been sent to the Police Lines. Further departmental action may be taken, and he could be transferred out of the Ludhiana Police Commissionerate soon. The suspension order cited his failure to demonstrate required responsibility in his role.
New Appointment
In a swift replacement, Inspector Varinderpal Singh Uppal has been appointed as the new SHO of Sarabha Nagar police station. The Police Commissioner expressed hope that the new SHO will perform his duties honestly and responsibly. Uppal's appointment takes effect immediately.
Previous Suspension Incident
This is not the first time a Sarabha Nagar SHO has faced suspension. In February 2026, then SHO Inspector Aditya Sharma was also suspended for dereliction of duty. Sharma was required to attend an important training session in Phillaur but failed to do so, leading to similar disciplinary action. The repeated suspensions highlight the police department's tightening of accountability measures.
Impact on Police Operations
Such suspensions signal a zero-tolerance approach by the Ludhiana police leadership. The Vehicle Disposal Committee plays a crucial role in managing seized and abandoned vehicles, and non-compliance can delay legal processes and create storage issues. By taking swift action, Commissioner Sharma aims to reinforce discipline and ensure that all officers fulfill their assigned responsibilities with diligence.
