Punjab Govt clears prosecution of DIG in drugs and corruption case
Babushahi Bureau
Chandigarh, April 6, 2026: In a significant move, the Punjab government has granted sanction to prosecute 2007-batch IPS officer Inderbir Singh, currently serving as a DIG, over serious allegations related to drugs and corruption.
With the approval from the Home Department, the Punjab Vigilance Bureau is now set to file a chargesheet in court and initiate legal proceedings against the officer.
The case dates back to 2022, when Inderbir Singh was accused of accepting bribes and allegedly aiding drug traffickers. In one instance linked to a case registered in Tarn Taran under the NDPS Act, he is accused of helping a drug smuggler evade legal action. In another allegation, he reportedly threatened a police sub-inspector with false implication in a narcotics case to extort money.
The Vigilance Bureau had been investigating the matter for a considerable period, but prosecution required formal government sanction due to the officer’s senior rank. With the clearance now granted, officials are expected to submit all evidence and documents before the court soon.