Jalandhar, March 20: A police officer in Jalandhar is under investigation after the Punjab State Women’s Commission took notice of a video showing him allegedly misbehaving with a woman in the Bhargava Camp area. The Commission has sought a comprehensive reply from the Jalandhar Police Commissioner, asserting that the actions depicted in the viral clip appear to violate both legal standards and professional ethics. The case has been scheduled for an official hearing next Tuesday, where the involved officers must present their findings.
The incident, which sparked a significant outcry from neighborhood residents, reportedly involved an ASI who was seen engaging in a verbal spat before allegedly using physical force against a woman. The Women’s Commission declared that it decided to act independently after reviewing the social media footage and subsequent news reports. The Chairperson affirmed that wearing a uniform does not grant an individual the right to take the law into their own hands or hurt the self-respect of members of the public.
During the communications with the district police leadership, the Commission maintained that a senior-level officer must oversee the probe to maintain impartiality. It stated that based on the evidence presented on March 24, the Commission would not hesitate to direct the police to lodge a criminal case against the ASI if the allegations of assault are substantiated. The body affirmed its commitment to securing justice for the victim and ensuring she remains free from any form of intimidation during the investigation.
The Commission’s intervention follows a pattern of proactive monitoring of social media for grievances involving women’s rights in the state. Officials noted that while the root cause of the argument is still being verified, the physical response by the officer was unacceptable. They asserted that the final report from the Jalandhar Police Commissioner must be submitted before the scheduled hearing to allow for a thorough review of the facts.
