Archive · 20 Jan 2026
Karnataka DGP Suspended Over Viral Videos
A top police officer in Karnataka, India, named K Ramachandra Rao, has been suspended after videos of him with women in his office went viral on social media.
The videos show him in a compromising position, and many people are upset about it.
The officer says the videos are fake and that he had nothing to do with them.
The government is investigating the matter and has suspended him pending an inquiry.
The Chief Minister of Karnataka, Siddaramaiah, said that no one is above the law, and action will be taken if the officer is found to have done something wrong.
Another minister, Laxmi Hebbalkar, also said that the government will take strict action, no matter how senior the officer is.
The officer's stepdaughter is also involved in a big gold smuggling case, which has made the situation even more complicated.
The Home Minister, G. Parameshwara, confirmed that the government has acted swiftly and that the officer can be dismissed as well, based on the inquiry report.
Karnataka DGP K Ramachandra Rao suspended over viral videos showing alleged obscene conduct with women.
Rao denies allegations, terms videos fabricated and false.
Government suspends Rao pending inquiry, citing violation of conduct rules.
Rao barred from leaving headquarters without prior approval during suspension.
Rao's stepdaughter is involved in a gold smuggling case, adding to the controversy.
- Who
- K Ramachandra Rao, Karnataka DGP (Civil Rights Enforcement)
- What
- Viral videos showing alleged obscene conduct with women
- When
- Videos went viral on Monday, exact date not specified
- Where
- Reportedly from his office in Karnataka
- Why
- Reason for the video's creation and release is unknown
Government and Public
K Ramachandra Rao
Video Authenticity
Government and Public
The government believes the videos are authentic and show misconduct.
K Ramachandra Rao
Rao denies the allegations, calling the videos fabricated and false.
Appropriate Action
Government and Public
The government is taking strict action, including suspension and potential dismissal.
K Ramachandra Rao
Rao maintains his innocence and likely expects exoneration after the inquiry.
- DGP's Name
- K Ramachandra Rao
- Accused's Relation
- Stepfather of gold smuggling accused Ramya
- Video Authenticity
- Denied by DGP, termed fabricated
- Government's Stance
- Suspension and investigation pending inquiry
- Chief Minister's Response
- No one is above the law
- Minister's Statement
- Action will be taken mercilessly
- Suspension Rules
- Rule 3 of the All India Services (Conduct) Rules, 1968 and Rule 3(1)(a) of the All India Service (Discipline & Appeal) Rules, 1969
- Restrictions During Suspension
- Cannot leave headquarters without written permission
- Home Minister's Statement
- DGP can be dismissed as well
Sources
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