The Kerala state government has suspended former Pathanamthitta SP Sujith Das following serious allegations raised by LDF MLA P V Anvar, which surfaced after a leaked audio conversation. In the recording, Das is heard pleading with Anvar to withdraw a complaint regarding illegal tree felling at a police camp, while making disparaging remarks about other police officials, including ADGP M R Ajith Kumar. Anvar has accused Das of grave misconduct, including involvement in illegal activities related to gold smuggling and attempting to destroy evidence. The chief minister ordered the suspension based on a report from DIG S Ajeetha Begum, which highlighted Das's actions as damaging to the reputation of the police force. The government will conduct a departmental inquiry, and if Das's explanations are unsatisfactory, further disciplinary actions may follow. This incident adds to the ongoing scrutiny of police conduct in Kerala, amidst rising political tensions.