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SP MP Iqra Hasan says Saharanpur additional district magistrate ‘misbehaved’ with her, probe ordered

Saharanpur ADM Santosh Bahadur Singh has denied the allegation that he misbehaved with SP MP Iqra Hasan as ‘baseless’.

Uttar Pradesh MP Iqra Hasan alleged that Singh sought a written complaint and “used a harsh tone” when Parveen brought some other issues to his notice. (Source: FB)

Nearly two weeks after Uttar Pradesh MP Iqra Hasan was allegedly mistreated by the additional district magistrate (ADM) in Saharanpur, the authorities have launched a probe into the matter.

Hasan, the Samajwadi Party MP from Kairana, accused Saharanpur ADM Santosh Bahadur Singh of misbehaving with her when she accompanied the chairperson of the Chhutmalpur Nagar Panchayat, Shama Parveen, to meet him at his office on July 1.

Singh has denied the allegations.

According to Hasan, on July 1, she accompanied Parveen, who wanted to meet Singh. “I was at the Collectorate. She came to meet me and asked for help. She had been waiting for him from 12 pm to 3 pm after she was informed that he was having lunch. I called the ADM thrice and he did not answer my call,” Hasan said.

The ADM reached his office at 3.30 pm, she added. “When we met, we told him that all we wanted was that he ensure better coordination between the Nagar Nigam (municipal corporation) and the executive officer, and that we did not want to initiate any formal complaint against the officer,” Hasan said.

Hasan alleged that Singh sought a written complaint and “used a harsh tone” when Parveen brought some other issues to his notice. “I intervened as I found it objectionable and initiated a formal complaint,” she said.

“What happened to me was very unfortunate. We talk to officials every day. Not everyone is like that,” Hasan said.

Following this alleged incident, Hasan lodged a formal complaint with the principal secretary, Atal Kumar Rai, Saharanpur Divisional Commissioner, and Manish Bansal, District Magistrate, Saharanpur.

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In her letter to the officials, she sought an impartial investigation into the matter, saying, “All public servants should discharge their duties with fairness, honesty and courtesy. Apart from this, it is clearly mentioned in the circular dated 12 August 2019 of the Chief Secretary, Uttar Pradesh that disrespectful behavior towards public representatives will be considered serious misconduct and strict disciplinary action will be taken for this. This behavior of Shri Santosh Bahadur is a clear violation of the said circular and conduct rules.”

Hasan also said that she would place the matter before the Privileges Committee and asked that Singh be sent for training.

Taking cognisance of the matter, Rai directed Bansal to conduct a thorough investigation into the allegations. “The matter is being looked into. A report regarding the incident will be sent to the government once the investigation is completed,” Bansal said, confirming the ongoing probe.

However, ADM Singh on Wednesday denied the accusations. In a statement to the media, he asserted, “I was out in the field when the public representative came to my office. My phone was on silent mode, and that is why I missed her call. When I was informed of her presence in my office, I reached the office and asked her to give her complaint in writing. The allegations that I misbehaved with her are baseless.”

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The incident also drew a strong reaction from SP president Akhilesh Yadav, who took to X on Wednesday, posting, “Those who do not respect Members of Parliament what they will do to the public.”

Hasan also took to X and wrote, “Jo kursi se taqat ka nasha kar baithe, auron ki ijjat ko dhul samajh baithe, woh bhul gye hai ye Hindustan hai, yha nari nhi khud samvidhan hai. ( Those who have become intoxicated with power and consider the respect of others as dust, have forgotten that this is India, this is not a woman but the Constitution itself).”

Neetika Jha

Neetika Jha is a Correspondent with The Indian Express, based in the Noida bureau. She primarily covers crime, health, and environmental issues, as well as human-interest features across Noida, Ghaziabad, and Western Uttar Pradesh. Professional Profile Education: She is an alumna of the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), Chennai. Core Beat: Her work focuses on the administrative and social challenges of the NCR's satellite cities. She is known for her detailed reporting on civic infrastructure (like the Noida International Airport), environmental violations, and high-profile criminal investigations. Personal Interests: Outside of reporting, she is an avid reader of fiction (citing The Thursday Murder Club and Yellowface as recent favorites) and a gardening enthusiast. Recent Notable Articles (Late 2025) Neetika’s recent reportage has been dominated by winter-related crises in the NCR and significant criminal legalities: 1. Environment & Public Safety "Greater Noida Authority slaps fines on firms for violating GRAP IV norms" (Dec 21, 2025): Reporting on heavy penalties imposed on major developers like NBCC for flouting anti-pollution construction bans. "Fatal pile-up on Yamuna Expressway: Fog, high speed emerge as key safety risks" (Dec 17, 2025): A major report on a 15-vehicle collision caused by dense fog that killed 17 people. "At Chilla, Kalindi, DND, many fined Rs 20,000 for non-compliance to Delhi's BS-VI rule" (Dec 19, 2025): On-the-ground reporting from the borders where Noida police penalize non-compliant vehicles entering the capital. "Driving in Noida amid fog? New speed limits in effect till Feb 15" (Dec 13, 2025): Detailing the seasonal traffic restrictions aimed at preventing highway accidents. 2. Crime & Legal Developments "'Have you ever heard of a murder case being withdrawn?': Court in Akhlaq lynching case" (Dec 12, 2025): Covering a critical courtroom hearing where the court questioned the UP government's petition to withdraw charges against the accused. "After losing money in stock market, bank employee in Ghaziabad withdraws Rs 64 lakh from customers' accounts" (Dec 14, 2025): An investigative piece on internal bank fraud and the risks of modern digital embezzlement. "Woman shot dead by partner in Noida: Three days on, accused still on the run" (Dec 2, 2025): Tracking a high-profile domestic violence and murder case in Central Noida. 3. Human Interest & Features "'Had tears in my eyes': Army men walk bride down the aisle 20 years after father died in terror attack" (Dec 2, 2025): A moving story about soldiers from a Punjab Grenadiers unit fulfilling a father's duty for his daughter. "How a Zepto delivery man heard a cry — and saved two kids dumped in Noida drain" (Dec 2025): A viral human-interest story highlighting individual heroism in the city. Signature Style Neetika is recognized for her meticulous follow-up on local tragedies. Whether it is a massive pile-up on the Yamuna Expressway or the ongoing construction of the Jewar (Noida) Airport, she focuses on systemic lapses and the safety of commuters. Her crime reporting often explores the psychological motives behind "crimes of passion" and the rising trend of financial cyber-fraud in the Ghaziabad-Noida belt. ... Read More

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