Overview
- G.O.Rt.No.464 dated February 22 extends P. V. Sunil Kumar’s suspension until his June 30, 2026 superannuation or until ongoing criminal proceedings conclude, whichever comes first.
- The Review Committee under the All India Services (Discipline & Appeal) Rules advised continuation, warning that reinstatement could enable witness influence or evidence interference.
- The ACB’s regular inquiry into alleged misuse of Agrigold relief funds has Section 17A approval and has examined 24 witnesses while collecting 113 documents to date.
- A separate criminal case (Cr.No.187/2024) on alleged custodial torture involving a sitting MLA and the Deputy Speaker remains under investigation with further examinations pending.
- Departmental action includes charges framed under Rule 8 and a probe into alleged adverse comments on X, and the DGP has been directed to take further necessary steps.