Andhra government asks suspended IPS officer to explain unapproved foreign visits
The Andhra Pradesh government will initiate disciplinary action against suspended IPS officer PV Sunil Kumar for making alleged unauthorised foreign trips during the Jagan Mohan Reddy-led YSR Congress Party (YSRCP) government's tenure.Chief Secretary K Vijayanand announced the government's decision to begin disciplinary proceedings in an order issued late Thursday. In the order, Vijayanand mentioned that Kumar has been given an opportunity to submit a written defence or appear in person to present his case within the next 30 days.advertisementThe state government has framed detailed charges against Kumar, which include a statement of misconduct and misbehaviour. The charges pertain to several foreign trips he made without proper approval.
The government also demanded Kumar to specifically admit or deny each article of charge and said that if no written statement is filed in his defence or if he fails to appear in person, then action will be taken against him on the basis of the material available on record.The government's investigation reveals that Kumar, during his tenure as the Additional Director General of Police (CID) from October 2019 to January 2023, and later as the Director General of the Andhra Pradesh Disaster Response and Fire Services from March 2023 to June 2024, made multiple unauthorised foreign trips.One of the most notable instances involves his visit to Georgia in March 2024, where he was granted permission for casual leave from March 1 to 4. However, Kumar allegedly deviated from the approved itinerary and traveled to the UAE without the necessary clearance. He said this amounts to the violation of several rules under the All India Services (Conduct) Rules, 1968.advertisementLikewise, the Chief Secretary listed alleged violations during Kumar's visits to Sweden, USA, UK and UAE. He also alleged that Kumar did not even procure permission for some of those visits.Hence, the Chief Secretary noted, Kumar had exhibited gross misconduct and indiscipline and acted in a manner 'unbecoming of a government servant', which are leading to the disciplinary proceedings.Must Watch
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