Chhattisgarh CM removes Surajpur collector for slapping youth
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Last Updated: May 23, 2021, 12:03 PM IST
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The collector s act drew sharp criticism on social media platforms with people demanding his removal and registration of an FIR against him. The collector later apologised for his act.
Chhattisgarh: CM Bhupesh Baghel Suspends Surajpur Collector Ranbir Sharma for slapping youth
The collector of Chhattisgarh s Surajpur district, Ranbir Sharma, was removed from the post on Sunday after a viral video showed him slapping a man and throwing his mobile phone for alleged COVID-19 norms violation.
Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel issued instructions for the removal of the IAS officer from the post.
Raipur (Chhattisgarh) [India], May 23 (ANI): Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel on Sunday directed that a new mobile phone as a compensation will be provided to the youth, whose mobile got damaged during the alleged misbehaviour by the collector.