Srinagar, Feb 13 (PTI) The BSF today shunted out Commandant R K Birdi from his battalion and approached the Home Ministry for his suspension over his alleged role in the killing of a 16-year-old boy, that triggered strong protests here.
BSF suspended 14 personnel who were with constable Lakhwinder Kumar when he had opened fire at Zahid Farooq Shah on February 5 at Brain-Nishat. Kumar has already been placed under suspension.
Birdi, the commandant of 68th Battalion, was moved to the headquarters in Sanatnagar, in the wake of allegations by Kumar that he had opened fire at the teenager on Birdi's orders.
Official sources said the BSF has recommended that the Commandant be suspended. As per rules, action against a Commandant-level officer can be taken only under orders of the Home Ministry.
Director General BSF Raman Shrivastava has ordered a Staff Court of Inquiry in the matter.
BSF suspended 14 personnel who were with constable Lakhwinder Kumar when he had opened fire at Zahid Farooq Shah on February 5 at Brain-Nishat. Kumar has already been placed under suspension.
Birdi, the commandant of 68th Battalion, was moved to the headquarters in Sanatnagar, in the wake of allegations by Kumar that he had opened fire at the teenager on Birdi's orders.
Official sources said the BSF has recommended that the Commandant be suspended. As per rules, action against a Commandant-level officer can be taken only under orders of the Home Ministry.
Director General BSF Raman Shrivastava has ordered a Staff Court of Inquiry in the matter.
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