Y P Singh has put in his papers after nearly 20 years in the Indian Police Service citing corruption in the force and lack of encouragement from higher-ups.

• 'It's easier to shake hands with the corrupt and enjoy life'

After learning of Singh's decision, director general of police (retired) S S Puri, said: "It's a sad day for the IPS and the Maharashtra police when upright officers feel coerced to leave public service before completing their tenure."

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