A Delhi Police constable deployed for security duties during the recently concluded 18th BRICS summit in the national capital has been suspended for allegedly posting social media videos showing him displaying a firearm while he was on duty. The constable, Deepak Bangar, was attached to the Foreigners Cell in the North West District and had been assigned to one of the hotels covered by the summit’s security arrangements.

Bangar was among the personnel deployed to provide security at locations associated with the two-day summit, which involved foreign delegates, senior officials and visiting dignitaries. The event required heightened vigilance and strict adherence to security protocols, particularly at hotels where members of participating delegations and other important guests were staying. His alleged conduct came under scrutiny because it occurred during an official assignment linked to the high-profile international gathering.

The videos reportedly showed Bangar displaying a firearm and were posted on social media while he was serving in connection with the summit duty. The circulation or discovery of the videos prompted police authorities to take note of the matter and initiate action. The display of a weapon on a public platform by a police officer can raise questions relating to discipline, professional conduct, operational security and compliance with departmental instructions.

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Police personnel deployed for sensitive assignments are expected to maintain a high level of discretion, especially when handling firearms or working at venues hosting foreign delegations. Posting such material online can potentially expose details about an officer’s equipment, location or duties, apart from creating concerns over whether official weapons are being used or displayed in an unauthorised manner. The authorities are examining the circumstances surrounding the videos and the constable’s conduct.

The suspension is understood to be a departmental measure while the matter is examined further. Such action does not by itself establish the final findings of the inquiry, but it allows the department to investigate the alleged violation and determine whether service rules or security guidelines were breached. Officials may also assess when and where the videos were recorded, whether the firearm was an official weapon and whether the posts contained any information connected to the summit’s security arrangements.

The 18th BRICS summit was held over two days in New Delhi, with security personnel deployed at hotels and other important venues to ensure the smooth movement and protection of participating delegations. Further details about the exact content of the videos, the specific firearm shown and the next steps in the departmental proceedings against Deepak Bangar were not immediately available. Authorities are expected to decide on any additional action after completing the inquiry.

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