Overview
- An order dated December 26 places Lakhbir Singh under suspension under Rule 4(1)(a) for alleged grave misconduct and dereliction of duty.
- Lakhbir Singh is accused of unauthorised interference in matters outside his official domain, according to an official statement.
- During the suspension, his headquarters is fixed at the Punjab DGP office in Chandigarh, and he cannot leave without permission from the competent authority.
- Reporting connects the action to alleged irregularities in Ranjit Avenue tenders and suspected diversion of development funds, with inquiries continuing to establish the extent of any wrongdoing.
- Local reports say a case has been registered against social activist Mandeep Manna in connection with the alleged fund misuse, while authorities have not publicly detailed the evidence.