Haryana Police Rattled: Inquiry Launched Over IPS Officer Harassment Allegations

Serious allegations of sexual harassment against a Haryana IPS officer have surfaced, leading to a request from the state Women Commission's chairperson for the officer's transfer or leave until an investigation is complete. Fatehabad Superintendent Astha Modi is currently recording statements from involved personnel.

Allegations of sexual harassment have surfaced against an IPS officer in Haryana, prompting state Women Commission chairperson Renu Bhatia to write to Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini. She has urged him to transfer the officer or send him on leave while the inquiry is underway.

The allegations emerged via a letter circulating on social media, allegedly signed by seven female cops. On Tuesday, the officer met with the Commission to present his defense, but the hearing prompted a call for preventive measures to ensure the inquiry remains unbiased.

Currently, Fatehabad Superintendent Astha Modi is investigating the claims. So far, statements from 60 out of nearly 150 women police personnel in the district have been recorded to get to the roots of the matter.

(With inputs from agencies.)