Karnataka MLA's Niece Got Rs 70,000 Salary Without Ever Going To Work
A Karnataka medical officer is under investigation for allegedly drawing a full government salary while failing to report to work for months. Authorities claim she was simultaneously pursuing postgraduate studies at a private college, leading to potential disciplinary action and salary recovery.
Why it matters
This case highlights issues of accountability and corruption in public health administration, impacting the availability of medical services for rural populations.
A medical officer working at a Namma Clinic in Karnataka's Bagalkot has come under scrutiny for allegedly drawing a monthly salary of more than Rs 70,000 while pursuing a postgraduate medical course at a private medical college.Dr Ankita Yaragal, who is the niece of Bagalkot MLA Umesh Meti, is facing an inquiry over alleged dereliction of duty and unauthorised dual engagement.Dr Yaragal failed to appear for an inquiry conducted by Bagalkot Zilla Panchayat CEO Gajanan Bale. Following her absence, the CEO issued a notice directing her to appear for the next inquiry scheduled for September 18 at 10 am at Room No.
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