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Crime
Delhi constable suspended for drinking on duty in PCR van; DTC employee sent to police lines
✍️ Amar Ujala · Delhi
🗓 01 Sep 2026, 09:36 PM
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A Delhi Police constable was suspended after being caught drinking alcohol while on duty in a PCR van, and a DTC employee was ordered to report to the police lines.
Delhi Police has taken disciplinary action against a constable attached to a PCR (Police Control Room) van after CCTV footage and eyewitnesses confirmed he consumed alcohol while on duty. The incident was reported by senior officers who found the constable with an open bottle inside the vehicle during a routine patrol.
Following an internal inquiry, the constable was suspended pending further investigation, in accordance with departmental rules that prohibit consumption of intoxicants by serving personnel. The suspension underscores the force's zero‑tolerance stance on misconduct that could compromise public safety.
In a related development, a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) employee who was present at the scene was directed to report to the police lines for questioning. The employee’s presence was noted during the incident, prompting authorities to seek clarification on any involvement.
The police department has reiterated its commitment to maintaining strict discipline among its ranks, emphasizing that any breach of conduct will attract swift punitive measures.
Following an internal inquiry, the constable was suspended pending further investigation, in accordance with departmental rules that prohibit consumption of intoxicants by serving personnel. The suspension underscores the force's zero‑tolerance stance on misconduct that could compromise public safety.
In a related development, a Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) employee who was present at the scene was directed to report to the police lines for questioning. The employee’s presence was noted during the incident, prompting authorities to seek clarification on any involvement.
The police department has reiterated its commitment to maintaining strict discipline among its ranks, emphasizing that any breach of conduct will attract swift punitive measures.