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Three Varthur Police Staff Suspended After Inquiry Into Alleged Assault of Domestic Worker

An ACP probe found grounds for action in the case involving Sundari Bibi, with a sub-inspector now facing disciplinary proceedings for failure to supervise.

Overview

  • Following an ACP Marathahalli inquiry, constabulary staffers Sanjay Rathod, Santosh Kudari, and Archana were suspended, and Rule 7 proceedings were initiated against Sub-Inspector Mounesh Doddamani for lack of supervision.
  • The case stems from allegations that domestic worker Sundari Bibi and her husband were detained and beaten for hours at Varthur police station on October 30 after a theft complaint.
  • Doctors at Bowring Hospital registered a medico-legal case after treating Sundari, with reports citing serious injuries including to her private parts.
  • Whitefield DCP K. Parashuram ordered a detailed probe on November 2 with a three-day reporting deadline, and he has pledged disciplinary action if wrongdoing is confirmed.
  • Karnataka Home Minister G. Parameshwara sought a report from the city police chief, state women’s and human rights bodies sought responses, and West Bengal officials contacted the victim after a Trinamool MP flagged the case.