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Defence
CRPF constable dismissed for threatening commander in Jammu & Kashmir
✍️ India Today
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 09:16 PM
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A Central Reserve Police Force constable has been terminated after posting a threat against a senior commander while serving in Jammu and Kashmir.
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) has terminated a constable after an internal probe revealed that he posted a threatening message aimed at a commanding officer. The post, which circulated on a social‑media platform, was deemed a serious breach of the force’s code of conduct.
According to the CRPF statement, the disciplinary action was taken in line with Ministry of Home Affairs regulations that prohibit any form of intimidation or insubordination among personnel. The constable’s identity was not disclosed, but officials confirmed he was serving in the Jammu and Kashmir region.
CRPF units in Jammu and Kashmir are engaged in counter‑insurgency and law‑and‑order duties, making strict adherence to the chain of command essential. The force said the dismissal underscores its zero‑tolerance policy toward behavior that could undermine morale or operational effectiveness.
The episode also reflects growing scrutiny of security personnel’s online activity, especially in sensitive areas where maintaining discipline is critical for public safety.
According to the CRPF statement, the disciplinary action was taken in line with Ministry of Home Affairs regulations that prohibit any form of intimidation or insubordination among personnel. The constable’s identity was not disclosed, but officials confirmed he was serving in the Jammu and Kashmir region.
CRPF units in Jammu and Kashmir are engaged in counter‑insurgency and law‑and‑order duties, making strict adherence to the chain of command essential. The force said the dismissal underscores its zero‑tolerance policy toward behavior that could undermine morale or operational effectiveness.
The episode also reflects growing scrutiny of security personnel’s online activity, especially in sensitive areas where maintaining discipline is critical for public safety.