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P'garh jailor suspended for misconduct, service lapses

P'garh jailor suspended for misconduct, service lapses

Time of India5 days ago
Lucknow: Pratapgarh district jailor Ajay Kumar Singh was suspended on Monday after a departmental inquiry found him guilty of misconduct, including inappropriate behaviour towards subordinates, denial of emergency leave, and defiance of senior officials' instructions.
The suspension was based on a probe by DIG prisons, Prayagraj range, Rajesh Srivastava. The inquiry, supported by staff testimonies and documentary evidence, concluded that Singh's conduct was indecent, undignified, and in violation of the UP govt Servants Conduct Rules.
Officials said Singh routinely denied urgent leave requests from jail staff and refused to comply with legitimate directives from his seniors. His behaviour created a hostile work environment, affecting prison administration and staff morale.
Following the inquiry, the jail administration and reform services department recommended departmental disciplinary action. Singh will remain under suspension pending the outcome of further proceedings.
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