Shimla, May 1 -- Disciplinary and vigilance action has been recommended against Solan SDM Poonam Bansal, following findings of alleged financial irregularities and conflict of interest in land transactions.

According to an official communication issued from the Himachal Pradesh Police Headquarters to the Deputy Commissioner, Solan, the matter was examined in detail based on documentary evidence, bank records, and field verification reports. The findings point to a prima facie misuse of official position, financial linkages, and possible involvement in benami transactions.

The communication highlights that a sum of Rs 40.50 lakh was allegedly transferred by Bansal's husband to a third-party account just before the execution of a land sal...