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Akhilesh Yadav Blames Corruption for Honest Officers Resigning in UP
✍️ India Today
🗓 31 Aug 2026, 02:33 AM
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Former UP chief minister Akhilesh Yadav has warned that corruption is driving honest officers to quit their posts in the state.
Former Uttar Pradesh chief minister Akhilesh Yadav has publicly stated that corruption within the state is prompting honest officers to resign from their positions. Yadav, speaking at a press conference, cited increasing instances of graft and misuse of power as the main reasons for the exodus. He added that the loss of experienced civil servants could hamper administrative efficiency and public trust. The statement comes amid ongoing scrutiny of UP’s governance and calls for reforms. Officials have yet to respond to the allegations.