Saturday, March 29, 2025
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) dismissed jawan Munir Ahmad after he married a Pakistani woman and allegedly allowed her to remain in India after her visa expired. The force accused him of hiding his marriage and breaching service rules, citing national security risks as a key concern.
However, the case is more complex than it appears. Munir insists he followed proper procedures and had kept his superiors informed throughout the process.
According to Munir, he notified his department in writing on December 31, 2022, regarding his intention to marry. He also submitted the required documents. Eventually, CRPF headquarters granted permission for the marriage on April 30, 2024.
Following approval, he married his cousin from Pakistan via video conference on May 24, 2024. In his defense, Munir claims he provided consistent updates after the marriage and kept a transparent record.
On the other hand, CRPF officials argue that Munir proceeded with the marriage before receiving formal clearance. They further claim that he withheld full details about his wife’s status in India. Because of heightened security measures after the recent Pahalgam terror attack, the department treated the case with increased urgency.
As a result, they discharged him from duty without conducting a personal inquiry.
Determined to prove his innocence, Munir is preparing to challenge the dismissal in court. He maintains that he has documented proof of all his communications and actions. “I submitted everything on time and kept informing my superiors,” he said confidently.
On March 26, he visited CRPF headquarters in Sundarbani. Unexpectedly, he was ordered to report to the 41st Battalion without being provided a travel ticket. After reaching there, he underwent an interview and explained his side thoroughly.
In addition to speaking with officers, Munir also sent a letter to the Director General outlining the situation. He says the letter was still under review when the Pahalgam incident occurred. Shortly after, he was abruptly informed of his dismissal.
“I want to appeal to the Prime Minister and the Home Minister,” Munir stated. “I am a soldier. I followed the rules. So why was I dismissed without a fair process?”
