Punjab CM Amarinder directs police to file charge sheet in graft cases within 3 days
“In Order To Take Quick And Decisive Action Against The Corrupt, Officers Should Issue Notice And File Charge Sheet Within Three Days Of Filing Of Complaint,' He Said At A Meeting With Deputy Commissioners And Senior Superintendents Of Police In Chandigarh.
Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh on Monday directed district administration and police officers to crack down on corruption and file charge sheet against the corrupt within three days.“In order to take quick and decisive action against the corrupt, officers should issue notice and file charge sheet within three days of filing of complaint,” he said at a meeting with Deputy Commissioners and Senior Superintendents of Police in Chandigarh.“Officers should ensure that the rules are strictly followed. They should go digital to speed up work and monitor delays,” the Chief Minister said.
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