A major administrative development has unfolded in Jammu after an alleged incident involving the physical assault and verbal abuse of a JKAS Officer, Azhar Khan (BDO), by SDPO Gandhi Nagar, Sunil Jasrotia, on 10 November 2025, during election-related duties.
According to sources, the officer was appointed as Transport In-Charge for the ongoing Bye-Elections, and the altercation reportedly took place during the distribution of polling parties.
Following the incident, the JKAS Officers’ Fraternity issued a strong statement, expressing deep outrage and condemnation, calling the act “unprecedented, unacceptable, and an attack on the dignity of the civil administration.”
JKAS Fraternity Issues Strong Response
In its statement, the JKAS Association emphasized that:
“Such behavior undermines the authority of the civil service and has no place in a disciplined administrative setup.”
The fraternity has demanded:
- Immediate disciplinary action
- Institutional safeguards to prevent such incidents in the future
- Protection of officers performing election duties
Transfer Action Initiated
Sources informed Cross Town News that:
- The Divisional Commissioner Jammu, Ramesh Kumar, wrote to the IGP Jammu regarding the matter.
- The representation was earlier forwarded by Deputy Commissioner Jammu, Rakesh Minhas.
- Following the communication, SDPO Gandhi Nagar has been transferred and attached pending further inquiry.
However, official confirmation and final posting orders are awaited.
Inquiry Likely
Administrative and police authorities are expected to:
- Examine statements of eyewitnesses present at the polling distribution center
- Review CCTV evidence (if available)
- Submit a report to the higher administration before disciplinary action is finalized
Background
JKAS and Police officers work jointly during election management.
This incident has triggered a larger debate on conduct, coordination, and respect between civil and uniformed services.
What Happens Next?
- A formal inquiry committee may be notified.
- Statements from both officers will be recorded.
- The matter may also go before the Home Department for final action.
Further updates are expected in the coming days.
