Bengaluru. The Karnataka government has handed over the investigation of two cases related to alleged irregularities in the examinations and recruitment process of the Karnataka Public Service Commission (KPSC) to the Criminal Investigation Department (CID). Home Minister Priyank Kharge made this announcement on Tuesday. Both the cases, registered under Section 10 of the ‘Karnataka Public Examinations Act, 2023’ at Vidhana Soudha police station in Bengaluru, relate to allegations of irregularities in public examinations and appointments conducted by KPSC. In a statement, Kharge said the decision was taken to ensure a fair, non-discriminatory and thorough investigation into the allegations. It is the firm commitment of the State Government to maintain the sanctity, credibility and transparency of public recruitment processes.
“The government is committed to conducting a fearless and impartial investigation into allegations of corruption, irregularities, unfair means or abuse of any kind in the examinations and recruitment processes, irrespective of the rank or position of those involved,” the minister said.
Kharge said the handing over of the cases to the CID shows the government’s resolve to ensure an independent, transparent and credible investigation.
He said that maintaining the confidence of lakhs of candidates preparing for competitive examinations and ensuring justice on the basis of merit and eligibility is one of the biggest priorities of the government.
The Home Minister also said that the state government will not make any compromise in maintaining the sanctity of public examinations and strengthening the merit-based recruitment system. Strict legal action will be taken against anyone found guilty after investigation.
The cases have been handed over to the CID amid growing concerns over alleged irregularities in public recruitment examinations, and the government wishes to assure candidates that accountability and transparency will be maintained throughout the process.
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