Agartala: A police constable posted in West Tripura district has been suspended over allegations of bribery and misconduct, officials said on Sunday.
The constable, identified as Amir Khan Bhuiya, was suspended by the Superintendent of Police (SP), West Tripura, after receiving complaints of extortion and misuse of authority.
According to officials, the action followed a written complaint lodged by a group of residents from Fultali, Matinagar, at the Amtali Police Station, accusing Bhuiya of collecting money in the name of the SP, West Tripura.
Police sources said the constable had allegedly been demanding bribes under false pretenses, bringing disrepute to the department. Acting promptly on the complaint, the SP ordered Bhuiya’s suspension and directed a detailed inquiry into the allegations.
In connection with the incident, a specific criminal case has been registered against the constable and four others with Amtali Police under Sections 329(3), 324(3), 117(2), 351(2), and 3(5) of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), 2023. Further investigation into the case is currently underway.
In addition to the criminal case, a departmental inquiry has been launched to determine the extent of Bhuiya’s alleged misconduct.
“During the period of suspension, the headquarters of C/1444 Amir Khan Bhuiya of West Tripura District will be at AD Nagar Police Lines under the control of the AC DAR, West Tripura District, and he will abide by the rules and discipline of the department,” the suspension order stated.
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The constable will be entitled to draw subsistence allowances as per existing rules throughout the suspension period, it stated.
Senior officials assured that strict disciplinary action would be taken based on the findings of the investigation to ensure transparency and maintain integrity within the police force.
