The suspension was ordered by Maharashtra’s Minister for Fisheries and Port Development, Nitesh Rane.
Jagtap had reportedly been at the Igatpuri court for official work when he experienced dizziness and required medical attention. Following this, he submitted a leave request but was found to have left the country instead.
The minister’s office stated that Jagtap failed to follow instructions, was absent from duty without approval, and deliberately misled his superiors.
As per the suspension order, Jagtap will not be permitted to leave his headquarters without written permission from the Regional Deputy Commissioner of Fisheries, Nagpur. PTI ND NSK