IAS Probationer Puja Khedkar's Luxury Car Seized by Pune Traffic Police over Multiple Violations
The Pune Traffic Police seized the luxury car used by trainee IAS Officer Puja Khedkar over alleged misuse of power, multiple traffic violations, and unauthorized use of beacon and VIP number plate.
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The IAS probationer is facing scrutiny over alleged misuse of her Other Backward Class (OBC) and Person with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) certificates. The car was found to have multiple violations, including the use of a red and blue beacon along with a VIP number plate on a private car, which is against the rules. Additionally, the vehicle had 'Maharashtra Government' written on it without permission.
The car has a combined penalty of Rs 26,000 from a total of 21 traffic violations, according to an official. A notice was issued against the unauthorized use of a beacon and name sign on the private sedan Khedkar had been using. The car's documents will be checked, and the matter is being probed further.
According to section 108 of the Central Motor Vehicles Rules (CMVR) 1989, the state government can grant permission for the use of red or amber beacon lights on official vehicles to VIPs, VVIPs, and government officials. In December 2013, the state government pruned the list of government posts entitled to use beacons and published a revised list in 2014, on the directives of the Supreme Court.
In October 2014, the transport commissioner's office had asked various departments to remove beacons on vehicles of the officials not entitled to use them. As per the list, only top officials above the secretary level in the state government, police officers of and above the rank of inspector general of police, and regional commissioners are allowed to use amber beacons without flashers, while top-level district officials are entitled to use blue beacons.
The Centre has also constituted a single-member committee to verify the candidature of the 2023-batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre. The probe will be conducted by an additional secretary-rank officer to verify claims over Khedkar's candidature and other details.
The case has sparked a controversy, with many questioning the misuse of power and privileges by the IAS probationer. The matter is being closely watched, and further action is expected in the coming days.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the reason for seizing IAS probationer Puja Khedkar's luxury car?
The car was seized due to multiple violations of the Motor Vehicles Act, including the use of a red and blue beacon along with a VIP number plate on a private car.
How many traffic violations did the car have?
The car had a combined penalty of Rs 26,000 from a total of 21 traffic violations.
What is the controversy surrounding IAS probationer Puja Khedkar?
Khedkar is facing scrutiny over alleged misuse of her Other Backward Class (OBC) and Person with Benchmark Disabilities (PwD) certificates.
What is the role of the Centre in the case?
The Centre has constituted a single-member committee to verify the candidature of the 2023-batch IAS officer of the Maharashtra cadre.
What is the next step in the case?
The matter is being probed further, and further action is expected in the coming days.
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