Goa CM Sawant assures strict action against IPS officer accused of molesting woman

The CM responded to a Goa Forward Party MLA who raised the issue of an IPS officer, posted in the state, molesting a woman without naming any names.

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Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant (Image: PTI) | Image: self

Chief Minister Pramod Sawant on Wednesday said in the Goa assembly that strict action would be taken against an Indian Police Service (IPS) officer, who allegedly molested a woman at a night club in the state.

Raising the matter in the House, Goa Forward Party MLA Vijai Sardesai, without taking any name, said an IPS officer, posted in the state, molested a woman at a night club and demanded that he be suspended immediately.

In response, Sawant said, “Strict action would be taken against the IPS officer.” “We will not tolerate this, strict action would be taken in connection with the matter,” he added.

The ongoing monsoon session of the Goa legislative assembly will conclude on Thursday. 

Published By : Press Trust Of India

Published On: 9 August 2023 at 13:40 IST