Bhubaneswar: Odisha DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania on Sunday ordered the suspension of Siba Prasad Bhadra, In-Charge of Tangi Police Station in Cuttack, following allegations of gross misconduct and illegal detention.
According to Office Order No. 3355, disciplinary proceedings against the officer are still under inquiry. The order, issued under Rule 840 of the Police Manual Rules (PMR), 1940, states that Bhadra will remain under the disciplinary control of the Deputy Inspector General of Police, Cuttack Range, during the suspension period.
“I therefore in exercise of power conferred vide Rule 840 of PMR-1940 place Sri Siba Prasad Bhadra IIC, Tangi PS under Cuttack district under suspension with immediate effect,” the order read.
The order clarified that despite the suspension, Bhadra will continue to receive his Special Allowance (S.A.) and Dearness Allowance (D.A.), in accordance with Rule 90 of the Odisha Service Code.
Describing the suspension as “expedient in the interest of public service,” the department emphasided its commitment to accountability and transparency.
