New Delhi: Delhi Police Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Manasvi Vashistha has been suspended after joining a protest by police personnel outside the Police Headquarters over the transfer of two officers, police sources said on Tuesday.
The suspension comes amid controversy surrounding the gathering, during which police personnel assembled outside the headquarters and demanded the withdrawal of the transfer orders.
According to a police source, action against Vashistha was taken in connection with the incident. However, further details about the grounds for his suspension were not immediately available.
Why Were Delhi Police Personnel Protesting?
The protest was reportedly held outside the Delhi Police Headquarters against the transfer of two officers. Personnel who gathered at the site sought the revocation of the transfer orders.
Vashistha’s participation in the demonstration has now led to disciplinary action against the senior police officer.
There was no immediate official statement from Delhi Police confirming the suspension or explaining the reasons behind the action. Further details are awaited.