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Crime
Meghalaya High Court Confirms Suspension of MCA Secretary Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
✍️ India Today NE
🗓 30 Oct 2026, 08:44 PM
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The Meghalaya High Court has upheld the suspension of the state’s MCA secretary pending a sexual harassment investigation, reinforcing the disciplinary action taken by the department.
The Meghalaya High Court has ruled to maintain the suspension of the state’s secretary of the Ministry of Cooperation and Agriculture (MCA) after a sexual harassment complaint was lodged against him. The court’s order affirms the disciplinary step taken by the state administration while the investigation is underway.
The suspension was initially imposed by the department following an internal inquiry that found prima facie evidence of inappropriate conduct. The accused official has been barred from official duties and is required to cooperate with the ongoing probe.
Legal experts note that the court’s decision underscores the judiciary’s support for swift action in cases of alleged sexual misconduct within public offices. The matter will now proceed through the regular investigative channels, and any further legal consequences will depend on the findings of the inquiry.
No official comment was obtained from the MCA office or the accused at the time of reporting, and the court did not disclose additional details beyond the order to uphold the suspension.
The suspension was initially imposed by the department following an internal inquiry that found prima facie evidence of inappropriate conduct. The accused official has been barred from official duties and is required to cooperate with the ongoing probe.
Legal experts note that the court’s decision underscores the judiciary’s support for swift action in cases of alleged sexual misconduct within public offices. The matter will now proceed through the regular investigative channels, and any further legal consequences will depend on the findings of the inquiry.
No official comment was obtained from the MCA office or the accused at the time of reporting, and the court did not disclose additional details beyond the order to uphold the suspension.