How woman cop used power to force family into Rs 18 lakh land deal, suspended
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Mohan Yadav suspended a police superintendent following allegations of coercion and fraud in a land deal. The officer is accused of using her official position to force a family to sell land at a significantly undervalued price.
Why it matters
It underscores issues of police corruption and the abuse of state power in local governance.
BHOPAL: Madhya Pradesh chief minister Mohan Yadav has ordered the immediate suspension of Katni City Superintendent of Police (CSP) Neha Pachisia after a case was registered against her for allegedly using coercion and fraud to purchase land in the district.Yadav directed the state chief secretary to issue immediate suspension orders on Friday.The chief minister said negligence, pressure or abuse of power at any level would not be tolerated in matters related to law and order.A fair investigation and strict action against those responsible would be ensured, an official said.The Madhya Pradesh high court recently dismissed Pachisia's petition and denied her interim relief.
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