Raipur
The ongoing issue of police recruitment and alleged irregularities sparked heated discussions in the Chhattisgarh Assembly on Tuesday, with the opposition demanding a CBI inquiry into the matter.
Congress MLA Dwarkadhish Yadav raised the issue, questioning why action had seemingly been limited to constables in response to complaints. He argued that higher-ranking officials must also be held accountable and pressed for a probe by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
“Action has been taken against the constables, but can a constable commit irregularities on their own?” Yadav questioned the government. “Why has no action been taken against the competent authorities? There should be a CBI inquiry in this matter.”
Responding to the allegations, Home Minister and Deputy Chief Minister Vijay Sharma stated that the government had taken cognizance of the complaints. He informed the House that between January 1, 2024, and February 15, 2025, two complaints were received in Bilaspur district and one against a sub-inspector in Rajnandgaon, and that action had been initiated in these cases. He also mentioned that the recruitment process is currently under consideration.
Sharma further clarified that upon receiving complaints, the examination itself was cancelled. He revealed that 129 cases were identified in Bilaspur, and a thorough review involving 95,000 videos was conducted before taking action. However, citing the matter being sub judice, he refrained from divulging further details.
Addressing the demand for a CBI inquiry, Home Minister Sharma took a dig at the opposition, stating, “It is good that the opposition members of the House now have faith in central agencies. This is the same recruitment that could not be done during your government. We have not hidden any action; rather, we have presented 129 cases in the High Court. We have taken action against whoever we found guilty.”
The issue took another turn when Congress MLA Chaturinand raised the case of a constable’s suicide in his constituency, alleging inaction in that matter. Home Minister Sharma assured the House that the Inspector General (IG) himself was investigating the case, and that 16 individuals were already in jail in connection with it. He affirmed that the investigation was progressing and further action would be taken.
The heated exchange in the Assembly underscores the sensitivity surrounding the police recruitment process and the opposition’s determination to ensure accountability at all levels. The government maintained its stance on the actions taken so far, while the demand for a CBI inquiry signals that the controversy is likely to continue.
