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Crime
Haryana Agriculture Deputy Director Dismissed Over Sexual Harassment Allegations
✍️ Hindustan Times
🗓 25 Aug 2026, 11:36 AM
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The Haryana agriculture department has removed its deputy director from service following a sexual harassment complaint by a female employee, according to the Hindustan Times.
The agriculture department of Haryana announced that its deputy director has been relieved of his duties after a woman employee lodged a sexual harassment complaint against him. The removal was effected immediately, pending further inquiry, as reported by the Hindustan Times.
Department officials said the action was taken in line with the state's anti‑harassment policies and to ensure a safe workplace for all staff. No details of the alleged incident were disclosed, and the investigation is expected to continue under the relevant authorities.
The decision underscores the administration's commitment to addressing workplace misconduct and upholding the rights of women employees in the public sector.
No additional comments were provided by the accused official or the complainant at this stage.
Department officials said the action was taken in line with the state's anti‑harassment policies and to ensure a safe workplace for all staff. No details of the alleged incident were disclosed, and the investigation is expected to continue under the relevant authorities.
The decision underscores the administration's commitment to addressing workplace misconduct and upholding the rights of women employees in the public sector.
No additional comments were provided by the accused official or the complainant at this stage.