This book by a senior civil servant recounts a 14-year fight for justice
Pankaj, a senior civil servant, has authored a book titled 'My Lady in Black' detailing his 14-year legal battle following a false conspiracy charge. The book highlights his transition from an enforcement officer to a victim of the legal system and the support he received from his wife.
Why it matters
It sheds light on the personal toll of legal battles for public servants and the systemic flaws within the justice system.
For much of his career, Pankaj was on the other side of the law. When he became the Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner in 1994, his work placed him at the intersection of labour rights and enforcement. Over the years, he led action against employers accused of defaulting on provident fund dues and exploitative practices, including enforcement drives involving factory workers, weavers and daily wage labourers. Some of his operations involved powerful industrialists and corporate houses.
Today, as Additional Central Provident Fund Commissioner (HQ), he heads EPFO’s public grievances vertical at the national level. He also spearheads Nidhi Aapke Nikat, EPFO’s nationwide district outreach initiative, and has headed its publicity and communication division.
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