Chandigarh, June 25, 2024 –In a bold move against corruption, the Punjab government has suspended Vigilance Department Chief SPS Parmar. He is a 1997 batch IPS Officer. Several senior officials have also been suspended. They allegedly protected corrupt officers involved in the state-wide driving license scam. This decisive action underscores Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann’s zero-tolerance policy toward graft in the administration. The suspension comes amid serious allegations of shielding individuals involved in the driving license scam.Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann sent a strong message against corruption

Three Officers Suspended

Sources confirm that the Punjab government has suspended the Chief of the Vigilance Bureau. Authorities also suspended an AIG and an SSP-rank officer after they scrutinized their role in the case. Additionally, the government is implementing stricter monitoring mechanisms to curb corruption in the state.

Vigilance chief : We will not spare those who protect the corrupt, – CM Mann

Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann issued a stern response, stating, “Our government follows a zero-tolerance policy against corruption. “We will not spare any officer or individual who tries to protect the corrupt.”This crackdown has sent shockwaves through the administration. It is clear that the Bhagwant Mann-led government is serious about fulfilling its promise of fighting corruption.

What is the Driving License Scam?

In recent months, officials have issued driving licenses without conducting proper tests.