Sahota was head of the first special investigation team (SIT)formed to investigate the incidents of theft and sacrilege of Guru Granth Sahib in Punjab in 2015 and death of two anti-sacrilege protestors in subsequent police firing.
The order came late Saturday night after a video clip, purportedly showing the Indian Police Service officer taking envelopes from police personnel, went viral on social media.
Sanjay Kundu is presently holding the charge of Principal Secretary to Chief Minister.
A resolution was passed on Wednesday by the Punjab Police strongly condemning the attack and demanding justice, along with exemplary action against those responsible.
According to clause 4A (3) of the Act, the Committee shall recommend a panel of officers on the basis of seniority, integrity and experience in the investigation of anti-corruption cases and which has to be chosen from amongst the officers belonging to the Indian Police Service.
Despite criticisms and controversies, the fact remains that bright, well-educated IPS officers, with wider vision and perspective, have added value to the service and enhanced its standing.
Nageswara Rao had earlier been appointed as the interim Director of the premier investigating agency on October 23 after the then CBI Director Verma was divested of his powers and sent on leave.
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