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Punjab DSP Suspended
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Punjab DSP Suspended

✍️ India Today 🗓 25 Jul 2026, 04:18 AM 👁 43
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A DSP in Punjab has been suspended after a lathi-charge on sanitation workers sparked protests. The incident occurred in Barnala, leading to the suspension of the DSP.

The Punjab government has taken swift action against a DSP who ordered a lathi-charge on sanitation workers in Barnala. The incident led to widespread protests from the workers, demanding action against the responsible officer. Following the protests, the DSP was suspended pending an inquiry into the matter. The sanitation workers had been protesting against various grievances, including non-payment of wages and poor working conditions. The lathi-charge on the workers was seen as a heavy-handed approach by the authorities, leading to further outrage and demands for justice.
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