The Uttar Pradesh government on Tuesday said press reports that IGP, Lucknow zone, R K Bhatia, has proceeded on long leave apparently to avoid involvement in any possible police action in Ayodhya were unfounded. Principal secretary (home) Naresh Dayal said Bhatia had proceeded on long leave due to illness.

There is no truth in reports that Bhatia insisted on being relieved of his duties, he told reporters.

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Terming the reports as unfounded, Dayal said a replacement for Bhatia would be found soon.

Faizabad district falls under Lucknow zone.
Bureau Report