Watch: MP cop’s video thrashing wife goes viral, he says it’s a ‘family matter’

Watch: MP cop’s video thrashing wife goes viral, he says it’s a ‘family matter’

Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Monday said a senior state IPS officer has been relieved of duties, after a video showing him assaulting his wife went viral on social media.

In the video, the officer, Purushottam Sharma is seen thrashing his wife, while the latter is seen resisting the assault.

"The officer has been relieved of his duties.

Action will be taken against anyone who holds a responsible position, but indulges in illegal activities and taking law into his hands," the chief minister said.

Watch the full video for more details.