Panaji, Nov 3, 2025

Two policemen from the India Reserve Battalion (IRB) have been suspended from service following their arrest in connection with a firing incident during illegal sand mining in North Goa last month.

Two IRB jawans among seven have been arrested in the firing incident linked to illegal sand mining.

Goa Director General of Police Alok Kumar on Monday ordered the immediate suspension of the two IRB constables after their involvement in the case came to light.

DGP Kumar confirmed the action, stating that an internal police investigation has commenced against the two officers.

“The officers involved in criminal activities will face appropriate police action to stop such incidents in the force,” the DGP told reporters.

The two suspended officers, identified as Rishikesh

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