Punjab Police takes disciplinary action against officers over alleged corruption and negligence

Punjab Police has continued its departmental accountability drive, with official sources reporting disciplinary action against police

LAHORE: Punjab Police has continued its departmental accountability drive, with official sources reporting disciplinary action against police officers over allegations of corruption, misuse of authority and negligence in the performance of their duties.

According to information attributed to the Punjab Police spokesperson and notifications issued by the Central Police Office (CPO) Punjab, several Deputy Superintendents of Police (DSPs) have faced penalties following departmental proceedings.

The reported actions include suspensions, demotions, salary reductions and other disciplinary measures. Authorities have described the measures as part of efforts to strengthen accountability and ensure that police personnel comply with professional standards.

Details of disciplinary action

According to the information provided, three DSPs have been suspended from service with immediate effect. Another officer has reportedly been demoted from the rank of DSP to Senior Traffic Warden.

Two DSPs have reportedly been reduced to the rank of Inspector as part of major disciplinary penalties. Two other officers have received salary reductions equivalent to three stages for a period of three years.

The reported measures also include cancellation of an agreement or stoppage of increments for two DSPs, while two additional officers have been awarded other minor penalties.

The exact distribution of these punishments requires clarification, as the figures provided do not fully correspond with the stated total of 10 DSPs.

Other officers facing action

Separate notifications reportedly confirm the suspension of three officials serving in different positions.

District Special Branch Officer Mianwali Merry Akbar Abbas has reportedly been suspended, according to the information shared. District Traffic Officer Jhelum Khurram Fayaz and Traffic Officer Qamar Rashid have also reportedly faced suspension.

The actions form part of broader departmental measures intended to address alleged misconduct and improve the performance of police personnel in Punjab.

IGP issues accountability directives

Sources at the Central Police Office said the Inspector General of Police (IGP) Punjab had directed officials to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards corruption, abuse of authority and negligence.

According to these sources, departmental accountability is being pursued on merit, with investigations and reviews of official records forming part of the process.

The officers concerned were reportedly given opportunities for personal hearings before the penalties were imposed, in accordance with the departmental proceedings described by the sources.

The emphasis on accountability comes as police departments face continuing expectations to improve service delivery, ensure transparency and strengthen public confidence in law enforcement institutions.

Further proceedings underway

Departmental and legal proceedings against other police personnel are reportedly continuing, with additional disciplinary action possible in the coming days.

Officials are expected to review the findings of ongoing inquiries before deciding whether further penalties are warranted. The nature and severity of any additional action will depend on the evidence and the outcome of the relevant proceedings.

A spokesperson for Punjab Police said the department remained committed to transparency and internal accountability, with the stated objective of restoring public trust and ensuring professional conduct among its personnel.

The reported measures highlight the department’s continued focus on disciplinary oversight. However, the specific allegations against individual officers, the findings of the departmental inquiries and the final status of each penalty should be confirmed through the relevant official notifications.