Opinion of Cabinet sub-committee will be taken in reforming KSPC, says Karnataka Chief Minister
Karnataka Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar announced that the state government plans to reform the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) and will consider the recommendations of a Cabinet sub-committee. The reforms aim to cleanse the examination system and prevent money and influence from affecting appointments, with prosecution sanction already given against a former KPSC official.
Why it matters
This initiative addresses concerns about corruption and fairness in public service appointments, which is crucial for public trust in governance and ensuring merit-based selection in a key state institution.
Opinion of Cabinet sub-committee will be taken in reforming KSPC, says Karnataka Chief Minister left D.K. Shivakumar File Photo File Photo https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/wc9oit/article71623766.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/PTI09_19_2026_000549A.jpg - Shivamogga: Karnataka Chief Minister D K Shivakumar during a discussion and public hearing, in Shivamogga, Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026. (PTI Photo)(PTI09_19_2026_000549A) Bengaluru Stating that the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) will be given a new form, Chief Minister D.K. Shivakumar on Sunday said that the opinion of the committee headed by Health Minister U.T. Khader on reforming examination systems and the KPSC will also be taken. “There is a need to reform the KPSC. Our national leaders have also warned us about reforms in education.
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