Maharashtra Public Service Commission Secretary Removed After Exam Leak Allegations
The Maharashtra government has removed MPSC secretary Mahendra Uttamrao Harpalkar following widespread protests over alleged exam paper leaks and administrative irregularities. The state has promised a judicial inquiry into the commission's functioning.
Why it matters
This reflects growing public frustration with government recruitment processes and the demand for accountability in high-stakes competitive examinations.
The Maharashtra government has terminated the deputation of Mahendra Uttamrao Harpalkar as the secretary of the Maharashtra Public Service Commission (MPSC).The action came amid allegations of question paper leaks and irregularities in examinations conducted by the MPSC.An order issued by the state General Administration Department said Harpalkar, a secretary-rank officer, had been appointed to the MPSC post on deputation for two years.The order dated October 1 said his deputation had been brought to an end as per the Governor's instructions for administrative reasons and that a separate order regarding his…
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