The Director General of Police, Rupin Sharma, IPS has issued a circular today warning police personnel consuming alcohol in uniform, on disciplinary action amounting to suspension in service.

The circular informed on the complaints received of Police Officers consuming alcohol while in uniform. “Such an act is not only a misconduct but also taints the image of the Police Department. Therefore, it is hereby warned that any Police personnel found inebriated in public or/and uniform will invite serious disciplinary action amounting to suspension from service if found guilty of such misconduct,” cautioned the DGP.

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The circular also noted that such conduct will also have a negative bearing on release of annual increments and at the time of promotion & CPT.