Archive · 22 Jul 2026
Lady cop suspended over ganja nexus
A woman police inspector in Odisha, named Susmita Magar, has been suspended by the state's Director General of Police, Y B Khurania.
This action was taken because there were allegations that she had connections with people who smuggle ganja (a type of drug).
During her time as the inspector-in-charge of Manamunda police station, it was claimed that she had ties with these smugglers.
When these allegations came to light, she was transferred to the Boudh district police office.
Now, the DGP has decided to suspend her.
While she is suspended, she will be under the disciplinary control of the Inspector General of Police for the Southern Range in Brahmapur.
Odisha DGP Y B Khurania has suspended a woman police inspector, Susmita Magar, over alleged links with ganja smugglers.
The suspension follows allegations of gross misconduct and dereliction of duty during her tenure as inspector-in-charge of Manamunda police station.
Inspector Magar was transferred to Boudh district police office when the allegations surfaced.
During her suspension, she will remain under the disciplinary control of IG of Police, Southern Range, Brahmapur.
A disciplinary proceeding is contemplated against her.
- Who
- Inspector Susmita Magar, Odisha DGP Y B Khurania
- What
- Suspension of a woman police inspector over alleged links with ganja smugglers
- When
- Tuesday
- Where
- Bhubaneswar, Odisha
- Why
- Allegations of gross misconduct and dereliction of duty
Disciplinary Action
Allegations of Nexus
Disciplinary Action
Disciplinary Action
The suspension of Inspector Susmita Magar is a necessary step to uphold the integrity of the police force and ensure accountability.
Allegations of Nexus
The suspension is a harsh measure and the allegations against Inspector Magar should be thoroughly investigated before any disciplinary action is taken.
- Name of Suspended Officer
- Inspector Susmita Magar
- District
- Boudh
- Allegation
- Nexus with ganja smugglers
- Current Status
- Suspended and under disciplinary control
- Authorizing Authority
- Odisha DGP Y B Khurania