Maharashtra Lokayukta Institution Strengthened, Citizens Can Approach For Grievance Redressal: Justice Sunil Shukre
Mumbai: Former Bombay High Court judge and the new Maharashtra Lokayukta Chairman Justice Sunil Shukre said that the institution has been strengthened and had powers to investigate complaints relating to various aspects of government administration. Shukre said this during his felicitation by the Brahma Kumaris, Malad West, on Thursday following his appointment to the post. Lokayukta role…
Mumbai: New Maharashtra Lokayukta Chairman Justice Sunil Shukre announced the strengthening of the institution and its expanded powers to address citizens' grievances, during his felicitation ceremony on Thursday. Shukre, a former Bombay High Court judge, detailed the role and functioning of the Maharashtra Lokayukta Institution, which now has broader scope and authority under the Maharashtra Lokayukta Act, 2023.
He urged citizens with legitimate complaints against government departments or public administration to seek redressal through the Lokayukta. Sister Nirja, head of the Brahma Kumaris centre in Malad West, presented Shukre with a token of appreciation and expressed hope for his wise and righteous leadership. The felicitation event commenced with a Ganesh Stuti by classical singer Shivani Dige, setting a positive tone for the gathering, and concluded with an interaction between Shukre and the attendees.
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