Uttarakhand Police Say Constable Who 'Resigned' at Jantar Mantar Was Already Suspended
A constable announced his resignation from a protest stage at Jantar Mantar; Uttarakhand Police say he was already under suspension.
Current Summary
Uttarakhand Police have identified the suspended constable who announced his 'resignation' from a protest stage at Jantar Mantar in Delhi as Sher Singh, correcting earlier reports that named him Dipke. Police, in reports from ANI, News Arena India, The Economic Times and The News Mill published July 24, say Singh was already suspended before the stage appearance, have called the circulating video 'baseless,' and allege he has a criminal history. Formal action has separately been initiated against him over his remarks. Singh reportedly told the gathering that if his stance made him a rebel, 'so be it.' The specific protest, its cause, and the circumstances of Singh's suspension remain undetailed. Confirmation of the full case history would be needed to establish further details.
What We Know
- A constable named Dipke announced his resignation from a protest stage at Jantar Mantar, per Indian Express, July 24.
- Uttarakhand Police said the constable was already under suspension.
- The constable is identified as Sher Singh, not Dipke as first reported.
- Police call the viral video 'baseless' and allege Singh has a criminal history.
- Formal action has been initiated against Singh over his remarks.
What Is Still Unclear
- The specific protest and its cause
- The circumstances that led to the suspension
- Whether further disciplinary action is planned
What Changed
- 24 Jul, 02:21 pmUttarakhand Police have identified the suspended constable who announced a 'resignation' from a protest stage at Jantar Mantar as Sher Singh, correcting earlier reports that named him Dipke. Police say Singh was already suspended before the stage appearance, call the circulating video 'baseless,' and allege he has a criminal history. Formal action has separately been initiated against him over his remarks.
- 24 Jul, 01:41 pmSignal detected: Uttarakhand Police Say Constable Who 'Resigned' at Jantar Mantar Was Already Suspended