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CAP Sikkim Criticises Police Action Over Ranipool Joining Programme
✍️ Sikkimexpress
🗓 05 Sep 2026, 12:03 AM
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The Centre for Administrative Protection (CAP) in Sikkim has publicly questioned the police's handling of the recent Ranipool joining programme, urging a transparent inquiry.
CAP Sikkim issued a formal statement on Monday raising concerns over the police response to the Ranipool joining programme, a local initiative aimed at enrolling participants in a government scheme. The organization said the police actions appeared excessive and lacked clear justification, potentially undermining public confidence.
According to the statement, CAP demanded that the police provide a detailed account of the measures taken during the programme and that an independent inquiry be launched to assess any procedural lapses. The body emphasized that law‑enforcement agencies must operate within the bounds of the law and respect citizens' rights.
Police officials have not yet responded to the request for comment. The matter is expected to be discussed in an upcoming meeting of the state’s administrative oversight committee, where both sides will present their perspectives.
The Ranipool joining programme, held in the town of Ranipool in East Sikkim, is part of a broader effort to increase participation in state welfare schemes. Any disruption to such initiatives could affect the delivery of benefits to local residents.
CAP Sikkim reiterated its commitment to ensuring that law‑enforcement actions are transparent and accountable, urging the authorities to act swiftly to address the concerns raised.
According to the statement, CAP demanded that the police provide a detailed account of the measures taken during the programme and that an independent inquiry be launched to assess any procedural lapses. The body emphasized that law‑enforcement agencies must operate within the bounds of the law and respect citizens' rights.
Police officials have not yet responded to the request for comment. The matter is expected to be discussed in an upcoming meeting of the state’s administrative oversight committee, where both sides will present their perspectives.
The Ranipool joining programme, held in the town of Ranipool in East Sikkim, is part of a broader effort to increase participation in state welfare schemes. Any disruption to such initiatives could affect the delivery of benefits to local residents.
CAP Sikkim reiterated its commitment to ensuring that law‑enforcement actions are transparent and accountable, urging the authorities to act swiftly to address the concerns raised.