Karnataka CM considering closing down KPSC in light of alleged irregularities in recruitment
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar is consulting legal experts on the possibility of shutting down the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) due to persistent recruitment irregularities. He also expressed dissatisfaction with the High Court's decision to appoint a special investigation team (SIT) without state government input.
Why it matters
The potential dissolution of a state recruitment body highlights severe governance challenges and tensions between the executive and judicial branches in India.
In the light of alleged irregularities in recruitment in Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC), Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar said that he was discussing with experts the possibility of shutting down the KPSC. Alongside, he expressed displeasure over the High Court of Karnataka choosing officers to be part of a special investigation team to probe the alleged irregularities .
“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 told presspersons in Bengaluru on September 22 after participating in the 50 th foundation day of State-owned Keonics.
He said, “Members in the commission have opened a shop there. Our police officers have collected the documents, and it will all come out one day.”
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