Thus, despite several checks and balances, viz. conducting preliminary investigation that is supposed to be objective to find the material facts, the commitment to quasi-judicial approach and the provision of natural justice to the delinquent officer, a very large number of frivolous charge sheets surface, followed by imperfect departmental inquiries putting officers to unjustified misery and suffering. The tool for correction and prevention of wrong-doing, turns an unguided missile, misses deserving targets and hits persons, who should not be subjected to such strikes.
The system of departmental inquiry, despite the safeguards of quasi-judicial standards and principles of natural justice may not deliver a persecuted officer by remedies automatically from wrongful injury. These are vehicles, like automobiles, which need careful steering & expert driving to lead quickly to the destination, breaking all obstructions mid-way. It is the charged officer who has to work towards his defense and protection. To his support and aid he can avail the various safeguards, but if the prime efforts of the charged officer are wanting, he is no where near getting justice.
The elaborate guidelines in the upcoming pages recognize this ground reality. This is not to frighten or to dismay you, but merely to alert you and keep you in proper vigil. If you face formidable threats, you also have powerful tools of remedy. But by themselves the remedies are static. It is you, who have provide the thrust and render them mobile to draw them to your timely rescue. There is also a message for charge sheeted officers from me, and my service experience, as stated therein are available to any of them at any time.
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