Meerut woman sub-inspector Anu Kolis has spoken publicly for the first time since her suspension over a viral social media video, denying allegations against her and accusing online influencers and trolls of damaging her reputation.
MEERUT, Uttar Pradesh — Suspended Uttar Pradesh Police sub-inspector Anu Kolis has broken her silence seven days after being suspended over a social media reel controversy. Appearing in a YouTube live session, the 2023-batch officer denied allegations surrounding her videos and said she had faced severe mental stress and public humiliation after the controversy spread online.
Key Highlights
- Anu Kolis was suspended on August 16 over alleged violations of the Uttar Pradesh Police Social Media Rules-2023 and conduct standards.
- The officer denied allegations that she used a QR code to seek financial donations and said it linked to her Instagram profile.
- A departmental and technical inquiry led by SP Crime Avneesh Kumar is examining the videos, alleged editing and possible monetary activity.
Why was Meerut police officer Anu Kolis suspended?
Anu Kolis, a 2023-batch sub-inspector originally from Prayagraj, was recently posted at the Meerut SSP office after serving at Rohta and Brahmapuri police stations. She was suspended by then Meerut SSP Avinash Pandey on August 16 after videos showing her in uniform and civilian clothes circulated on social media.
According to the supplied material, the police department considered the social media activity contrary to the dignity of her position and an alleged violation of the Uttar Pradesh Police Social Media Rules-2023. SP Crime Avneesh Kumar was subsequently assigned the departmental investigation.
Anu Kolis gives her side in YouTube live
During an approximately seven-minute YouTube live session, Kolis addressed the controversy and rejected the allegations made against her. She appeared in the same dress that had become part of the social media dispute and questioned why her private clothing choices had become a public issue.
Kolis said the disputed dress had been purchased with her mother at a mall and described it as normal and decent clothing from her perspective. She also said that her family had no objection to her choice of dress and questioned whether a woman police officer could maintain a private life outside her official duties.
Officer denies QR code funding allegation
One of the allegations surrounding the controversy concerned a QR code reportedly visible during her online activity. An influencer had claimed that Kolis was using the QR code to seek financial support or donations through her videos.
Kolis rejected that allegation during her live session. She said the QR code visible on the screen was connected to her Instagram profile rather than a bank account or UPI payment facility.
Accusations against influencer Amit Kilhor
Kolis also accused influencer Amit Kilhor of taking an ordinary video and presenting it in a misleading context to generate views and followers. She questioned why her private video had been shared publicly without her permission.
According to Kolis, the video was later removed from the influencer’s account after the controversy escalated and the police inquiry began. She further claimed that the influencer subsequently contacted her brother and sought forgiveness.
Claims of online harassment and reputational damage
The suspended officer said the controversy had caused significant personal distress and that she had remained largely isolated following the incident. She also rejected allegations that she had used social media activity to engage in inappropriate conduct.
Kolis alleged that claims involving funding, inappropriate behaviour and her personal life had caused serious damage to her reputation. She said that criticism of her should have been raised through the appropriate departmental channels rather than through public social media posts.
Cybercrime and video-editing allegations under investigation
Kolis has alleged that the unauthorised publication of her private video amounted to a cybercrime and questioned whether the material had been edited before being circulated online. These are her allegations and remain subject to verification by investigators.
The cyber cell is examining whether any manipulation, morphing or editing was involved in the circulated material. Investigators are also checking whether the live-streaming activity involved any monetary benefit.
Who is Anu Kolis?
Anu Kolis is a 2023-batch Uttar Pradesh Police sub-inspector from Prayagraj. She has served at Rohta and Brahmapuri police stations and was later posted at the Meerut SSP office.
She also became known after being part of the police team that arrested Muskan Rastogi, the main accused in the widely discussed Saurabh murder case, also referred to as the Neela Drum case in the supplied material.
Kolis said she comes from an Anglo-Indian Roman Catholic family and explained that Western-style clothing is a normal part of her family’s culture. Her comments were made while responding to criticism over the clothing seen in the disputed social media material.
What will happen after the police inquiry?
The departmental and technical investigation has been assigned to SP Crime Avneesh Kumar. The inquiry is expected to examine the social media material, allegations surrounding the QR code, possible video editing and whether any monetary benefit was obtained through live streaming.
The investigation report will be submitted to senior police officials. According to the supplied material, the report will help determine whether Kolis is reinstated or faces further departmental action.
Legal Disclaimer
The allegations and counter-allegations in this report are based on the supplied source material and statements attributed to the concerned individuals. Claims against any person have not been presented as established facts, and responsibility for any alleged wrongdoing remains subject to departmental investigation and due legal process.
Praveen Yadav is the Founder and Editor at The Nation Bulletin. With over 3 years of experience in digital journalism and news reporting, he covers national affairs, governance, and breaking current events with a commitment to factual accuracy and verified reporting.
