A Kolkata Police inspector has been suspended for allegedly making objectionable remarks about Chief Minister Subhendu Adhikari in a police WhatsApp group. The Kolkata Police Commissioner issued the suspension order on Monday morning.
The suspended officer, Eklaakh Ahmed, was serving as the officer-in-charge of the police outpost at Kolkata Medical College and Hospital. According to police, the alleged remarks were made during a discussion in a WhatsApp group used by Kolkata Police personnel. Ahmed reportedly posted an obscene comment about the Chief Minister, triggering objections and a heated discussion among members of the group. He later deleted the message and apologised, sources said.
However, a screenshot of the alleged comment subsequently circulated on social media, bringing the matter to the attention of senior police officials. Lalbazar acted against the inspector and ordered his suspension. Police said they have initiated a departmental inquiry to examine the incident, including the officer’s conduct as a government employee. Ahmed will remain suspended until the inquiry is completed. During the suspension period, he will reportedly receive only half of his salary, in accordance with the order.
