HC denies bail to ex-commission secretary accused of leaking exam paper to son
The Chhattisgarh High Court has denied bail to a former Public Service Commission secretary accused of leaking 2021 civil services exam papers to his son. Evidence suggests the official provided confidential question booklets to his son, who was subsequently selected as a Deputy Collector.
Why it matters
This case highlights systemic concerns regarding corruption and the integrity of public recruitment processes in India.
NEW DELHI: The Chhattisgarh high court has rejected the bail plea of a retired IAS officer and former Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission (CGPSC) secretary accused of helping leak question papers of the 2021 state civil services examination to his son. The court said the allegations involved the fairness of the recruitment process and found material showing the officer's alleged role in the leak.The court passed the order on August 5, rejecting the bail plea of Jeevan Kishor Dhruv, who has been in judicial custody since September 18, 2025.What is the allegation against the former CGPSC secretary?According to the court's order, Dhruv was serving as secretary of the CGPSC when the 2021 civil services examination was conducted.
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