Karnataka Governor suspends KPSC chairperson Shivashankarappa S Sahukar over 'illegal selection' of daughters in government service

Karnataka Governor suspends KPSC chairperson Shivashankarappa S Sahukar over 'illegal selection' of daughters in government service

Karnataka Governor has suspended KPSC chairperson Shivashankarappa Sahukar amid allegations that he illegally facilitated the government service appointments of his daughters. The Governor recommended referring the matter to the Supreme Court for an inquiry under Article 317(1) of the Constitution. This move highlights the severity of the state's stance against corruption and nepotism in public service appointments. It's a significant development in Karnataka's fight against bureaucratic misconduct, reflecting the state's commitment to upholding transparency and meritocracy in government roles.

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