Ludhiana Police Suspends SHO Over Training Refusal and Misconduct Allegations
In a significant disciplinary action, the Ludhiana police commissioner has suspended a station house officer (SHO) following allegations of misconduct and refusal to complete mandatory training. The incident has sparked a formal departmental inquiry into the officer's conduct.
Immediate Suspension Ordered by Police Commissioner
City Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma ordered the immediate suspension of sub-inspector Aditya Sharma, who served as the SHO of Sarabha Nagar police station. The suspension order cites indiscipline and professional misconduct as primary reasons for the disciplinary action.
The controversy centers around a three-day departmental training programme that all police officers are required to complete. According to police regulations, participation certificates are only issued upon completion of all three training sessions.
Training Protocol Violation and Certificate Demand
Official documents reveal that SI Sharma missed the initial training session due to law-and-order duties. While department policy allows officers to make up missed sessions in a secondary batch, Sharma allegedly bypassed these requirements entirely.
The suspension order specifically notes three key issues:
- Unauthorized demand for a participation certificate
- Refusal to perform assigned duties
- Acts of insubordination toward superiors
Sharma reportedly insisted on receiving a participation certificate despite failing to attend the second batch of training sessions. He allegedly refused to participate in a required mock session, claiming he felt "insulted" by the initial denial of the certificate.
Defiant Stance and Previous Controversies
When directed to discuss the matter with Police Commissioner Swapan Sharma, the suspended officer reportedly told a superior inspector that he would rather face suspension or dismissal than attend the mandatory training sessions. This defiant stance contributed significantly to the disciplinary action taken against him.
Additional deputy commissioner of police (investigation) Amandeep Singh Brar has been appointed to lead the formal departmental inquiry into the incident. The inquiry will examine all aspects of the case and determine appropriate further action.
SI Sharma, who is the son of a high-ranking police official who died several years ago, is no stranger to administrative scrutiny. He has previously been the subject of controversy and was named in prior legal cases during his tenure with the police department.
Broader Implications for Police Discipline
This incident highlights the importance of training compliance within police departments and the consequences of refusing mandatory professional development. The Ludhiana police administration's swift action demonstrates their commitment to maintaining discipline and professional standards within the force.
The departmental inquiry led by ADC Amandeep Brar will now thoroughly investigate the matter, examining both the specific allegations against SI Sharma and any systemic issues that may have contributed to the situation.
