Nandyal Superintendent of Police Raghuveer Reddy on Thursday suspended the Pamulapadu Sub-Inspector of Police G. Ashok and Assistant Sub-Inspector Yesaiah for seizing two vehicles allegedly carrying illegally/diverting rice meant for Public Distribution System without following the proper procedure on August 11.
As per procedure, a police officer of SI rank or above has the power to seize a vehicle under the Essential Commodities Act, but that was not followed. Also, the Tahsildar concerned has to confirm that the goods being transported in the vehicle were related to the PDS and a report has to be sent to the Joint Collector.
