Karnataka CM considering closing down KPSC in light of alleged irregularities in recruitment
He stated that ‘thieves have joined the commission’
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is contemplating the closing down of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) due to allegations of irregularities in recruitment. The CM has expressed his displeasure over the High Court of Karnataka's decision to include officers in a special investigation team (SIT) to probe the alleged irregularities.
Shivakumar stated, "Scams have increased in KPSC. I am discussing with experts to close it down within the ambit of law. Thieves have joined the commission. The officials whom we trusted and appointed are indulging in these things."
The Chief Minister also alleged that members of the KPSC have been engaged in corrupt practices, suggesting that they have opened a shop there. He claimed that the police have collected relevant documents and that the truth will eventually emerge. In response to the High Court's directive to establish the SIT, Shivakumar expressed disappointment that the selection of officers for the team was left to the commission itself.
He argued that the State Government should have been granted the authority to appoint the SIT members. The CM has sought legal opinions on this matter and received calls from Delhi and other states regarding the issue.
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