Probe Launched into Maharashtra IAS Officer Puja Khedkar's Candidature Amid Disability Quota Row
Centre sets up panel to investigate trainee IAS officer Puja Khedkar's candidature, accused of misusing disability and OBC quota
Ias OfficerPuja KhedkarMaharashtraDisability QuotaObc QuotaUpscIndian Administrative ServiceReal Estate MaharashtraJul 12, 2024
In a statement, the Centre said that an additional secretary-rank officer would conduct the probe to verify the candidature and other details of Khedkar. The committee will submit the report in 2 weeks, as per the statement.
Khedkar grabbed national headlines when she was transferred to Washim due to alleged misuse of power. She arrived at her Washim office on Thursday in a Bolero car, a massive downgrade from the Audi with the red beacon light that she was first spotted with.
However, Khedkar refused to address the accusations, saying that government regulations prohibit her from doing so.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the controversy surrounding Puja Khedkar?
Puja Khedkar, a trainee IAS officer, has been accused of misusing the disability and OBC quota to secure a candidature in the service.
What is the Centre's response to the controversy?
The Centre has set up a single-member panel to investigate Khedkar's candidature and submit a report in 2 weeks.
What are the allegations against Puja Khedkar?
Khedkar has been accused of seeking special privileges from the Collector's office that were not sanctioned for her designation.
What is the status of Puja Khedkar's appointment?
Khedkar's MRI certificate was accepted later, confirming her appointment as an IAS officer.
What is the role of the UPSC in the recruitment of IAS officers?
The UPSC is responsible for conducting the Civil Services Examination, which is the gateway to the IAS and other All India Services.
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