Five Police Officers Suspended for Negligence in Illegal Sand Mining Enforcement

In a significant move, five police officers, including an assistant sub-inspector, have been suspended for their negligence in enforcing regulations against illegal sand mining. This action follows a video evidence submission showing a tractor-trailer loaded with sand leaving a police station without proper checks. The Superintendent of Police in Tonk confirmed that the suspensions were based on multiple violations, including failure to adhere to sand prevention directives. Both departmental inquiries and further investigations are set to follow for the suspended officers, highlighting the ongoing efforts to combat illegal mining activities.

By Narendra Chaudhary Jan 14, 2026, 08:46 IST

Police Action Against Officers for Duty Negligence

In response to illegal sand mining and transportation, five police officers, including an assistant sub-inspector, have been suspended for failing to perform their duties adequately.

A senior police official disclosed this information on Tuesday. Rajesh Kumar Meena, the Superintendent of Police in Tonk, informed a news agency that the suspensions were based on multiple grounds, including non-compliance with directives aimed at preventing sand mining and general negligence in duty.

He mentioned that Assistant Police Inspector Prahlad Narayan and Constable Saboolal, stationed at the Sop police station, were suspended due to their lack of diligence. Both officers are set to face departmental inquiries.

Additionally, Head Constable Satyaprakash, Driver Constable Rajendra, and Constable Omprakash Yadav from the Aligarh police station have also been suspended. A video showing a tractor-trailer loaded with sand leaving the Sop police station without inspection was submitted to the Superintendent by some individuals on January 10.