TSP constable found ‘smuggling' phone to Tihar inmate, probe on

Time of India

05-08-2025

New Delhi: A departmental inquiry has been initiated after a constable from the Tamil Nadu Special Police (TSP) Force was found allegedly involved in smuggling a mobile phone to a high-risk inmate lodged in Tihar Jail.
According to sources, the incident came to light last week following a surprise inspection conducted at Central Jail No. 3, a high-security wing that houses several notorious criminals, including gangsters.
During the check, jail authorities recovered a mobile phone from one of the inmates. Upon examining the device, investigators from the Tihar Jail intelligence unit discovered suspicious chat records and call logs.
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"A scan of the phone's data revealed that one of the numbers frequently contacted belonged to the TSP constable. This immediately raised red flags, prompting further investigation into the constable's activities within the jail premises," said a source.
Sources familiar with the investigation said that the constable, who was on duty inside the high-security zone, had access to high-security wards and may have used his position to smuggle in unauthorised items, including mobile phones.
Following the discovery, the intelligence team set up by the jail authorities carried out a targeted search of the constable's barrack. During the raid, another mobile phone was found hidden among his belongings. Preliminary findings suggested that it was also intended to be handed over to another inmate within the prison complex. "There is a possibility that he was not able to hand over the second phone because his duty point was changed a few days ago," said the source.
Both the phones have been sent for forensic examination to retrieve any deleted data, call history and messages. Authorities are investigating whether the constable acted alone or was part of a larger network facilitating smuggling of illegal items into the jail.
Sources said strict action will be taken based on the findings of the departmental inquiry. The jail authorities have also informed the TSP commandant about the incident.
In 2003, a TSP constable was caught with a 50-gram packet of charas at Tihar Jail. He was later remanded in 14-day judicial custody.
Tamil Nadu Special Police Force personnel — responsible for managing external security, including patrolling and conducting searches — have been deployed in Tihar Jail since the early 1980s to help curb corruption and strengthen security. A key reason for their deployment in a north Indian prison was the language barrier — since they primarily speak their native language, it was believed it would reduce the likelihood of collusion with inmates and staff, making them less susceptible to local influences.