ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar challenges his suspension before Central Administrative Tribunal
Suspended ADGP M.R. Ajith Kumar has challenged his suspension at the Central Administrative Tribunal, claiming it was a malafide attempt to block his promotion to DGP. The government maintains the suspension is justified due to his alleged interference in an investigation involving the assault of protesters during a 2023 political event.
Why it matters
This case highlights tensions between high-ranking police officials and the state government, raising questions about administrative due process and political influence in law enforcement.
The suspended Additional Director General of Police (ADGP) M.R. Ajith Kumar complained that he was suspended from service with the malafide intention of excluding him from being considered for the upcoming post of the Director General of Police (DGP).
In his petition filed before the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Mr. Ajith Kumar contended that he was suspended from service seven days prior to him being considered for the promotion to negate his legitimate right to get promoted as the DGP. The suspension order issued by the Chief Secretary was without any jurisdiction, he argued.
The CAT, which refused to grant a stay on the suspension order, posted the case for August 20, 2026.
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