India, June 13 -- In a departmental action, police authorities in Bhopal have imposed a fine of Rs 5,000 on a sub-inspector for his alleged lapses in the initial investigation into the death of former model-actor Twisha Sharma, officials said on Friday.

The action comes in the wake of allegations by Twisha's family that police dragged their feet in crucial evidence gathering to nail the accused. Twisha was found hanging in her marital home in Bhopal on May 12.

Bhopal Commissioner of Police Sanjay Kumar confirmed to PTI that Sub-inspector (SI) Dinesh Sharma, posted at Katara Hills police station, was penalised after a departmental inquiry found negligence in the discharge of duty during the initial investigation.

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